Miến Ngan Tiềm Thuốc Bắc (Duck Glass Noodle Soup with Chinese Herbal Broth)

Nguyên liệu

• Duck (whole or parts like legs/thighs)1 kg
• Dried Chinese medicinal herbs (e.g., goji berries, astragalus root, codonopsis root, dried longan)1 packet (specialty store)
• Ginger1 large piece
• Shallots3
• Star anise3
• Cinnamon stick1
• Glass noodles (Mien)200g
• Scallions3 stalks
• Cilantro1 bunch
• Saltto taste
• Black pepperto taste
• Water3 liters

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1. 1

   Prepare the duck: Clean the duck pieces. Blanch them in boiling water for 5 minutes, then rinse under cold water. This removes impurities.

2. 2

   Prepare the herbal sachet: Rinse the dried Chinese medicinal herbs. Place them in a cheesecloth or mesh bag.

3. 3

   Prepare aromatics: Lightly char the ginger and shallots. Peel and smash the ginger. Peel and smash the shallots.

4. 4

   Simmer the broth: In a large pot, combine the duck pieces, herbal sachet, charred ginger, charred shallots, star anise, and cinnamon stick. Add water to cover generously. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for at least 1.5 - 2 hours, or until the duck is very tender and the broth is rich.

5. 5

   Strain and season: Remove the duck pieces and set aside. Strain the broth to remove solids. Skim off excess fat if desired. Season the broth with salt and black pepper to taste.

6. 6

   Prepare the glass noodles: Soak the glass noodles in warm water according to package instructions until softened. Drain well.

7. 7

   Assemble the soup: Shred or cut the cooked duck meat into bite-sized pieces. Divide the soaked glass noodles among serving bowls. Top with duck meat. Ladle the hot, seasoned herbal broth over the noodles and duck.

8. 8

   Garnish: Chop the scallions and cilantro finely. Garnish the soup with the fresh herbs.