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Bowls & noodles · THE SWAP JOURNAL

The better-stocked noodle cup

Noodles, mushrooms, and greens. Your mug has been promoted to a bowl.

Inspired by instant ramen cup25 min
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THE CRAVING IS REAL

Instant ramen cup

Plain noodles and a measured miso amount give sodium control beyond an all-in seasoning packet. Mushrooms, greens, and edamame add plant variety and fiber.

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WHAT’S THE TRADEOFF?

A closer look at the craving.

Plain noodles and a measured miso amount give sodium control beyond an all-in seasoning packet. Mushrooms, greens, and edamame add plant variety and fiber.

WHAT THIS VERSION BRINGS

A little more possibility.

A quick noodle soup with vegetables and beans built in.

LET’S MAKE THE SWAP

The better-stocked noodle cup

PREP10 minCOOK15 minTOTAL25 minSERVES2

What you’ll need

Ingredients

Let’s do this

  1. 1

    Bring the broth, ginger, and mushrooms to a simmer in a saucepan. Cook for 3 minutes.

  2. 2

    Add edamame and simmer for the time directed on its package, usually 4–5 minutes. Add noodles at the point needed for their own package cooking time.

  3. 3

    Stir in bok choy for the final 2 minutes, until the stems are tender and leaves wilt.

  4. 4

    Put miso in a small bowl, stir in a little hot broth until smooth, then mix it back into the soup off the heat.

  5. 5

    Add sesame oil and vinegar. Divide between bowls and finish with scallion. Slurping policy: extremely relaxed.

Original recipe idea. Times are estimates; nutrition has not been calculated. Adjust for your dietary needs and allergies.

CURIOUS COOKS ASK

Good questions.

A little reading behind the idea

These sources support general nutrition and food-safety principles. This particular recipe has not been nutritionally analyzed or kitchen-tested; comparisons depend on portions, brands, and preparation.

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