Sardine Misua Soup
By: Kira Lee
Sardine misua soup is my kind of quick comfort food: warm, light, and easy enough to make even on a busy day. The tomato sauce from the sardines gives the broth an instant savory base, then garlic, onion, and fresh tomato make it taste like it has been simmering much longer than it actually has.
Misua cooks very quickly and continues to absorb broth as it sits, so I always add the noodles near the end and serve the soup right away. A softly streamed egg makes it a little heartier, but it is just as good without one. Finish with spring onions and black pepper for a simple bowl that feels especially good on a rainy afternoon.
Ingredients
Cooking instructions
- 1
Heat oil in a small pot over medium heat.
- 2
Saute garlic until fragrant.
- 3
Add onion and tomato. Cook for 2-3 minutes until softened.
- 4
Add King Cup Sardines and gently stir.
- 5
Pour in water and bring to a gentle simmer.
- 6
Let the broth simmer for 3 minutes to blend the tomato sauce with the aromatics.
- 7
Add misua and stir lightly.
- 8
Cook for 1-2 minutes only, until the noodles soften.
- 9
Slowly pour in the beaten egg while stirring gently, if using.
- 10
Season with black pepper.
- 11
Top with spring onions and serve immediately.
