Sotanghon (Vermicelli Noodles) Soup 

Warm up with a comforting bowl of Sotanghon Soup! This delicious Filipino dish is packed with flavor and perfect for any occasion. Here’s how to make it:

Ingredients:
2 tbsp cooking oil
1 medium onion, sliced thin
4 cloves of garlic, sliced thin
Small piece of ginger, thinly sliced
1 kg boneless chicken, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 Knorr chicken cube
1/2 tsp ground pepper
1 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp oyster sauce
1 tsp achuete (annatto) powder
1 large carrot, cut into strips
3 cups water or chicken broth
1 medium bell pepper, cut into strips
200 grams sotanghon noodles, soaked until soft and drained
2 cups chopped cabbage
1 tsp sesame oil
3 stalks green onion, cut into pieces
Salt to taste
Instructions:
Sauté the Aromatics:
In a large pot, heat the cooking oil over medium heat. Add the sliced onion, garlic, and ginger. Sauté until the onion becomes translucent and fragrant.
Cook the Chicken:
Add the boneless chicken pieces to the pot. Cook until the chicken is no longer pink, stirring occasionally.
Add Seasonings:
Stir in the Knorr chicken cube, ground pepper, soy sauce, oyster sauce, and achuete powder. Mix well to coat the chicken.
Add Vegetables and Broth:
Add the carrot strips and pour in the water or chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 10 minutes.
Add Remaining Ingredients:
Add the bell pepper, soaked sotanghon noodles, chopped cabbage, and sesame oil. Stir to combine and cook for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the noodles and vegetables are tender.
Finish and Serve:
Taste and adjust seasoning with salt as needed. Stir in the green onion pieces just before serving.