Chicken Soup with Glass Noodle / Miến Gà

Whenever I think of Chicken Soup for the Soul, what I usually think of is Miến Gà. The broth starts off like any standard chicken stock, but the addition of fish sauce (Dear Mam is my personal favorite brand) is what makes it uniquely Vietnamese. If you’re craving a light yet flavorful Vietnamese dish? Miến Gà, or Vietnamese Chicken Glass Noodle Soup, is the perfect choice! This comforting soup features tender chicken, delicate glass noodles, and a fragrant broth infused with ginger, garlic, and fresh herbs. It’s a wholesome meal that’s both satisfying and easy to prepare. Ideal for a cozy dinner or a refreshing lunch, Miến Gà brings a taste of Vietnam’s comforting flavors right to your kitchen. Give this delicious soup a try and enjoy its delightful simplicity!

Glass noodles are also known as cellophane or bean thread noodles and is typically made with mung bean and potato starch, giving them a bouncy and chewy texture. My preferred method of cooking them, is just letting them sit in hot water for 5 minutes, and letting the broth cook it the rest of the way.

What brings it all together, in my opinion, is rau răm, or Vietnamese coriander, which, right now, is my absolute favorite herb. The earthy, peppery, and fresh notes that it’s able to impart are elite.