{"id":8282,"date":"2025-09-10T10:11:00","date_gmt":"2025-09-10T14:11:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/omnivorescookbook.com\/?p=8282"},"modified":"2025-09-10T10:11:02","modified_gmt":"2025-09-10T14:11:02","slug":"spicy-chicken-noodle-soup","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/omnivorescookbook.com\/spicy-chicken-noodle-soup\/","title":{"rendered":"Chinese Spicy Chicken Noodle Soup"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>This Chinese spicy chicken noodle soup features juicy braised chicken, tender vegetables and chewy noodles in a spicy and savory broth. It has the comfort of homemade chicken noodle soup but with the bold, complex flavors of Sichuan cooking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" src=\"https:\/\/omnivorescookbook.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/250826_Chinese-Spicy-Chicken-Noodle-Soup_1.jpg\" alt=\"Chinese spicy chicken noodle soup with bok choy served in a bowl\" class=\"wp-image-44008\" srcset=\"https:\/\/omnivorescookbook.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/250826_Chinese-Spicy-Chicken-Noodle-Soup_1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/omnivorescookbook.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/250826_Chinese-Spicy-Chicken-Noodle-Soup_1-600x900.jpg 600w, https:\/\/omnivorescookbook.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/250826_Chinese-Spicy-Chicken-Noodle-Soup_1-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/omnivorescookbook.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/250826_Chinese-Spicy-Chicken-Noodle-Soup_1-1024x1536.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>When the weather turns chilly, nothing beats a steaming bowl of noodle soup. My Chinese spicy chicken noodle soup is inspired by a classic Chinese chicken stew &#8211; \u9ec4\u7116\u9e21\u996d, or chicken braised in brown sauce over rice. The chicken is usually made into a stew then served with rice. But here I used the stew base as noodle broth and made the dish into a noodle soup. The braising liquid is warming and savory. What makes it truly special is the addition of <a href=\"https:\/\/omnivorescookbook.com\/fermented-bean-paste\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">doubanjiang<\/a>, which infuses the broth with a deep umami richness and a satisfying kick of spice. It\u2019s a perfect one-bowl meal for your weeknight dinner that\u2019s balanced with texture and color.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-key-ingredients\">Key ingredients<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/omnivorescookbook.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/250826_Chinese-Spicy-Chicken-Noodle-Soup_4.jpg\" alt=\"Ingredients for making Chinese spicy chicken noodle soup\" class=\"wp-image-44011\" srcset=\"https:\/\/omnivorescookbook.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/250826_Chinese-Spicy-Chicken-Noodle-Soup_4.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/omnivorescookbook.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/250826_Chinese-Spicy-Chicken-Noodle-Soup_4-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/omnivorescookbook.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/250826_Chinese-Spicy-Chicken-Noodle-Soup_4-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Dried shiitake mushrooms: <\/strong>A key ingredient in the dish, they add earthy umami to the broth.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Chicken legs:<\/strong> Bone-in skin-on pieces are used to create a richer broth. You can use four bone-in skin-on thighs instead, if you prefer.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Doubanjiang: <\/strong>A key ingredient to add umami and spiciness to the dish.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Aromatics &amp; spice &#8211; ginger, scallion, star anise: <\/strong>They add fragrance and a warm tone to the broth.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Seasonings &#8211; soy sauce, Shaoxing wine: <\/strong>It adds an earthy umami to the broth.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\t\t<div class=\"contentbox contentbox-beige mainsection notop nobot\">\r\n\t\t\t\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-why-doubanjiang\">Why Doubanjiang?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Doubanjiang (\u8c46\u74e3\u9171), a key ingredient in <a href=\"https:\/\/omnivorescookbook.com\/cuisine\/sichuan-cuisine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sichuan cuisine<\/a>, is a fermented paste that is spicy, salty, and earthy. A spoonful in your soup base goes a long way to add heat and savory umami. If you\u2019ve ever enjoyed Sichuan dishes like <a href=\"https:\/\/omnivorescookbook.com\/authentic-mapo-tofu\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">mapo tofu<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/omnivorescookbook.com\/twice-cooked-pork\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">twice-cooked pork<\/a>, you\u2019ve already tasted the magic of doubanjiang. In this noodle soup, it works the same way by transforming a simple chicken broth into something rich and restaurant-worthy.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\t\t\r\n\t\t\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-vegetables-and-alternatives\">Vegetables and alternatives<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>I used a combination of carrot, daikon radish and baby bok choy in my noodle soup for texture and color. Both daikon and carrots turn very tender and slightly sweet after cooking, working beautifully with the spicy broth. Instead of radish and carrot, you can also use potato instead for a filling and hearty result.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Baby bok choy adds vibrant colors and a crispy texture. Other greens such as gai lan, choy sum, and spinach work well in this dish. If using gai lan, increase cooking time until the vegetables turn tender. If using spinach, use less cooking time to avoid overcooking.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-noodles-to-use\">What noodles to use<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>I like to use wheat noodles that are about 1\/8\u201d (3 mm) in diameter. The fresh type works the best, but for a quick weeknight meal, dried noodles work just as well.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can also use other types if you prefer. If you prefer the noodles to soak up a lot of flavor, use a thin type such as somen noodles. For a chewier texture, thicker noodles such as udon noodles or shaved noodles are great.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-cooking-process\">Cooking process<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Brown the chicken until the skin is golden. This is an important step to render fat from the chicken skin. The fat infuses into the broth, making it richer. Once braised, the skin will have a much nicer texture without tasting greasy. To properly brown the chicken, do not move the chicken once you add it to the hot pan. Let cook for at least four minutes until the skin turns crispy. Transfer the chicken to a plate.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/omnivorescookbook.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/250826_Chinese-Spicy-Chicken-Noodle-Soup_5.jpg\" alt=\"Browning chicken leg pieces\" class=\"wp-image-44012\" srcset=\"https:\/\/omnivorescookbook.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/250826_Chinese-Spicy-Chicken-Noodle-Soup_5.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/omnivorescookbook.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/250826_Chinese-Spicy-Chicken-Noodle-Soup_5-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/omnivorescookbook.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/250826_Chinese-Spicy-Chicken-Noodle-Soup_5-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"2\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Your pot will have a good amount of delicious chicken fat. Further sear the aromatics and mushrooms to add more flavor to the oil, to continue developing the delicious flavor of the noodle broth.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/omnivorescookbook.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/250826_Chinese-Spicy-Chicken-Noodle-Soup_6.jpg\" alt=\"Saute the aromatics and shiitake mushrooms\" class=\"wp-image-44013\" srcset=\"https:\/\/omnivorescookbook.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/250826_Chinese-Spicy-Chicken-Noodle-Soup_6.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/omnivorescookbook.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/250826_Chinese-Spicy-Chicken-Noodle-Soup_6-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/omnivorescookbook.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/250826_Chinese-Spicy-Chicken-Noodle-Soup_6-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"3\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Toast the doubanjiang until the oil turns red and you can smell a strong fragrance.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/omnivorescookbook.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/250826_Chinese-Spicy-Chicken-Noodle-Soup_7.jpg\" alt=\"Toast doubanjiang\" class=\"wp-image-44014\" srcset=\"https:\/\/omnivorescookbook.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/250826_Chinese-Spicy-Chicken-Noodle-Soup_7.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/omnivorescookbook.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/250826_Chinese-Spicy-Chicken-Noodle-Soup_7-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/omnivorescookbook.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/250826_Chinese-Spicy-Chicken-Noodle-Soup_7-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"4\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Add the rest of the braising ingredients, skim the foam, then simmer. Now you can boil the noodles in another pot.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/omnivorescookbook.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/250826_Chinese-Spicy-Chicken-Noodle-Soup_8.jpg\" alt=\"Simmer the chicken soup and skim the soup\" class=\"wp-image-44015\" srcset=\"https:\/\/omnivorescookbook.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/250826_Chinese-Spicy-Chicken-Noodle-Soup_8.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/omnivorescookbook.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/250826_Chinese-Spicy-Chicken-Noodle-Soup_8-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/omnivorescookbook.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/250826_Chinese-Spicy-Chicken-Noodle-Soup_8-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"5\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>When the chicken and veggies have turned tender, add the baby bok choy and cook until tender.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/omnivorescookbook.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/250826_Chinese-Spicy-Chicken-Noodle-Soup_9.jpg\" alt=\"Finish up the braising by adding baby bok choy\" class=\"wp-image-44016\" srcset=\"https:\/\/omnivorescookbook.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/250826_Chinese-Spicy-Chicken-Noodle-Soup_9.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/omnivorescookbook.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/250826_Chinese-Spicy-Chicken-Noodle-Soup_9-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/omnivorescookbook.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/250826_Chinese-Spicy-Chicken-Noodle-Soup_9-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>To assemble the noodle bowls, portion the noodles, chicken broth, chicken pieces and veggies into each bowl. In China, we usually add the bone-in chicken piece into each noodle bowl. Alternatively, you can remove the bone and slice the chicken before plating.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/omnivorescookbook.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/250826_Chinese-Spicy-Chicken-Noodle-Soup_2.jpg\" alt=\"Chinese spicy chicken noodle soup\" class=\"wp-image-44009\" srcset=\"https:\/\/omnivorescookbook.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/250826_Chinese-Spicy-Chicken-Noodle-Soup_2.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/omnivorescookbook.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/250826_Chinese-Spicy-Chicken-Noodle-Soup_2-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/omnivorescookbook.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/250826_Chinese-Spicy-Chicken-Noodle-Soup_2-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\t\t<div class=\"contentbox contentbox-beige mainsection notop nobot\">\r\n\t\t\t\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-serving-tips\">Serving tips<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to further spice up your bowl, add your favorite chili crisp or chili oil to your bowl. On the other hand, you can use a splash of toasted sesame oil to mellow out the spiciness.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To further add volume, you can add a poached egg as a topping by poaching eggs in the noodle boiling water. Runny eggs add a silky texture and also tone down the spiciness.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\t\t\r\n\t\t\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-why-you-ll-love-it\">Why You\u2019ll Love It<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This spicy chicken noodle soup has the comfort of homemade chicken noodle soup but with the bold, complex flavors of <a href=\"https:\/\/omnivorescookbook.com\/cuisine\/sichuan-cuisine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sichuan cooking<\/a>. It\u2019s quick enough for a weeknight dinner but impressive enough to serve to friends. And if you\u2019re a fan of spicy food, this will become one of your go-to soup recipes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" src=\"https:\/\/omnivorescookbook.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/250826_Chinese-Spicy-Chicken-Noodle-Soup_3.jpg\" alt=\"Chinese spicy chicken noodle soup close up with chopsticks\" class=\"wp-image-44010\" srcset=\"https:\/\/omnivorescookbook.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/250826_Chinese-Spicy-Chicken-Noodle-Soup_3.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/omnivorescookbook.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/250826_Chinese-Spicy-Chicken-Noodle-Soup_3-600x900.jpg 600w, https:\/\/omnivorescookbook.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/250826_Chinese-Spicy-Chicken-Noodle-Soup_3-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/omnivorescookbook.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/250826_Chinese-Spicy-Chicken-Noodle-Soup_3-1024x1536.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-frequently-asked-questions\">Frequently asked questions<\/h2>\n\n\n\t\t<div class=\"togglelist notop nobot\">\r\n\t\t\t\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"toggleitem\" id=\"faqitem-how-spicy-is-the-soup-and-can-i-adjust-the-heat\">\r\n\t\t\t\t<h3 tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\" class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-spicy-is-the-soup-and-can-i-adjust-the-heat\"><strong>How spicy is the soup, and can I adjust the heat?<\/strong><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div class=\"togglereveal notop nobot\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\n\n\n<p>The soup gets its heat from doubanjiang and it is quite spicy. You can adjust the spice by adding less doubanjiang &#8211; reduce from 2 tablespoons to 1 tablespoon. If reducing doubanjiang, I would also add 1 tablespoon of oyster sauce (or hoisin sauce) to compensate, so the soup still tastes rich.  If you want to increase the spicy level, I would use chili oil or chili crisp at the end of the dish, you can adjust the seasoning without making the soup too salty.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\n\n\t\t<div class=\"togglelist notop nobot\">\r\n\t\t\t\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"toggleitem\" id=\"faqitem-do-i-need-doubanjiang-or-can-i-substitute-it\">\r\n\t\t\t\t<h3 tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\" class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-do-i-need-doubanjiang-or-can-i-substitute-it\"><strong>Do I need doubanjiang, or can I substitute it?<\/strong><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div class=\"togglereveal notop nobot\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\n\n\n<p>Doubanjiang gives the broth its signature depth and fermented umami flavor. If you can\u2019t find it, you can substitute it with guchujang, or miso plus chili oil, though the flavor won\u2019t be exactly the same.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\n\n\t\t<div class=\"togglelist notop nobot\">\r\n\t\t\t\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"toggleitem\" id=\"faqitem-can-i-use-other-chicken-cuts\">\r\n\t\t\t\t<h3 tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\" class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-can-i-use-other-chicken-cuts\">Can I use other chicken cuts?<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div class=\"togglereveal notop nobot\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\n\n\n<p>Bone-in skin-on chicken thighs add richness to the broth, but you can also use boneless skinless thighs instead. If using boneless pieces, you can also increase the amount to 6 chicken thighs to make sure the soup will still taste rich. Reduce the cooking time from 20 minutes to 15 minutes to keep the chicken tender and juicy.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-other-weeknight-noodle-dishes\">Other weeknight noodle dishes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/omnivorescookbook.com\/suan-la-fen\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Suan La Fen (Hot and Sour Noodle Soup, \u9178\u8fa3\u7c89)<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/omnivorescookbook.com\/dan-dan-noodles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Dan Dan Noodles (\u62c5\u62c5\u9762)<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/omnivorescookbook.com\/cumin-lamb-noodles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Cumin Lamb Noodle<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/omnivorescookbook.com\/chinese-chicken-noodle-soup\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Chinese Chicken Noodle Soup<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/omnivorescookbook.com\/easy-mushroom-ramen\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Easy Mushroom Ramen<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"contentbox contentbox-beige mainsection notop nobot\">\r\n    <h2 data-toc-skip>Chinese Cooking Made Easy<\/h2><p>Are you new to this website? 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It has the comfort of homemade chicken noodle soup but with the bold, complex flavors of Sichuan cooking.<\/div>\r\n\t\r\n\t<div id=\"recipe-44021-ingredients\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients-container wprm-recipe-ingredients-no-images wprm-recipe-44021-ingredients-container wprm-block-text-normal wprm-ingredient-style-regular wprm-recipe-images-before\" data-recipe=\"44021\" data-servings=\"4\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-ingredients-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none wprm-header-has-actions\" style=\"\"><span class='ing'>Ingredients<\/span>&nbsp;<div class=\"wprm-unit-conversion-container wprm-unit-conversion-container-44021 wprm-unit-conversion-container-buttons wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"background-color: #ffffff;border-color: var(--oc-black);color: var(--oc-black);border-radius: 0;\"><button class=\"wprm-unit-conversion wprmpuc-active\" data-system=\"1\" data-recipe=\"44021\" style=\"background-color: var(--oc-black);color: #ffffff;\" aria-label=\"Change unit system to US Customary\">US Customary<\/button><button class=\"wprm-unit-conversion\" data-system=\"2\" data-recipe=\"44021\" style=\"background-color: var(--oc-black);color: #ffffff;border-left: 1px solid var(--oc-black);\" aria-label=\"Change unit system to Metric\">Metric<\/button><\/div><\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\"><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\"><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"0\"><span class=\"checkbox\"><input type=\"checkbox\" autocomplete=\"off\" aria-label=\"4&#032;dried shiitake mushrooms\" \/><span><\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">4<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\"><a href=\"https:\/\/omnivorescookbook.com\/dried-shiitake-mushroom\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-link\">dried shiitake mushrooms<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"1\"><span class=\"checkbox\"><input type=\"checkbox\" autocomplete=\"off\" aria-label=\"2&#032;bone-in skin-on chicken legs&#032;(or 4 bone-in skin-on thighs)\" \/><span><\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">bone-in skin-on chicken legs<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-normal\">(or 4 bone-in skin-on thighs)<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"2\"><span class=\"checkbox\"><input type=\"checkbox\" autocomplete=\"off\" aria-label=\"1\/2&#032;teaspoon&#032;salt\" \/><span><\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1\/2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">teaspoon<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">salt<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"3\"><span class=\"checkbox\"><input type=\"checkbox\" autocomplete=\"off\" aria-label=\"1&#032;tablespoon&#032;peanut oil&#032;(or vegetable oil)\" \/><span><\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tablespoon<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">peanut oil<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-normal\">(or vegetable oil)<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"4\"><span class=\"checkbox\"><input type=\"checkbox\" autocomplete=\"off\" aria-label=\"1&#032;thumb&#032;ginger&#032;, sliced\" \/><span><\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">thumb<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">ginger<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-normal\">, sliced<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"5\"><span class=\"checkbox\"><input type=\"checkbox\" autocomplete=\"off\" aria-label=\"2&#032;scallions&#032;, sliced, white and green parts separated\" \/><span><\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">scallions<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-normal\">, sliced, white and green parts separated<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"6\"><span class=\"checkbox\"><input type=\"checkbox\" autocomplete=\"off\" aria-label=\"1&#032;star anise pod\" \/><span><\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\"><a href=\"https:\/\/omnivorescookbook.com\/star-anise\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-link\">star anise pod<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"7\"><span class=\"checkbox\"><input type=\"checkbox\" autocomplete=\"off\" aria-label=\"2&#032;tablespoons&#032;doubanjiang\" \/><span><\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tablespoons<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\"><a href=\"https:\/\/omnivorescookbook.com\/fermented-bean-paste\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-link\">doubanjiang<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"8\"><span class=\"checkbox\"><input type=\"checkbox\" autocomplete=\"off\" aria-label=\"4&#032;cups&#032;chicken broth\" \/><span><\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">4<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cups<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">chicken broth<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"9\"><span class=\"checkbox\"><input type=\"checkbox\" autocomplete=\"off\" aria-label=\"2&#032;tablespoons&#032;Shaoxing wine\" \/><span><\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tablespoons<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\"><a href=\"https:\/\/omnivorescookbook.com\/shaoxing-wine\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-link\">Shaoxing wine<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"10\"><span class=\"checkbox\"><input type=\"checkbox\" autocomplete=\"off\" aria-label=\"2&#032;tablespoons&#032;soy sauce\" \/><span><\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tablespoons<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\"><a href=\"https:\/\/omnivorescookbook.com\/soy-sauce\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-link\">soy sauce<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"11\"><span class=\"checkbox\"><input type=\"checkbox\" autocomplete=\"off\" aria-label=\"2&#032;teaspoons&#032;sugar\" \/><span><\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">teaspoons<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">sugar<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"12\"><span class=\"checkbox\"><input type=\"checkbox\" autocomplete=\"off\" aria-label=\"2&#032;&#032;carrots&#032;, roll cut into 1\/2\u201d pieces (*Footnote 1)\" \/><span><\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\"><\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">carrots<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-normal\">, roll cut into 1\/2\u201d pieces (*Footnote 1)<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"13\"><span class=\"checkbox\"><input type=\"checkbox\" autocomplete=\"off\" aria-label=\"4&#032;\u201d&#032;daikon radish&#032;, roll cut into 1\/2\u201d pieces\" \/><span><\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">4<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">\u201d<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">daikon radish<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-normal\">, roll cut into 1\/2\u201d pieces<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"14\"><span class=\"checkbox\"><input type=\"checkbox\" autocomplete=\"off\" aria-label=\"12&#032;oz&#032;dried wheat noodles&#032;(*Footnote 2)\" \/><span><\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">12<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">oz<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">dried wheat noodles<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-normal\">(*Footnote 2)<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"15\"><span class=\"checkbox\"><input type=\"checkbox\" autocomplete=\"off\" aria-label=\"4&#032;baby bok choy heads&#032;, halved lengthwise (*Footnote 3)\" \/><span><\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">4<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">baby bok choy heads<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-normal\">, halved lengthwise (*Footnote 3)<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\n\t<div class=\"wprm-prevent-sleep wprm-toggle-switch-container\" style=\"display:none;\"><label id=\"wprm-toggle-switch-2304753538\" class=\"wprm-toggle-switch wprm-toggle-switch-rounded wprm-toggle-switch-outside\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-prevent-sleep-checkbox-2304753538\" class=\"wprm-prevent-sleep-checkbox\" \/><span class=\"wprm-toggle-switch-slider\" style=\"--switch-height: 20px;--switch-on-color: var(--oc-red);\"><\/span><span class=\"wprm-toggle-switch-label wprm-prevent-sleep-label wprm-block-text-bold\">Cook Mode<\/span><\/label><span class=\"wprm-prevent-sleep-description wprm-block-text-normal\">Prevent your screen from going dark<\/span><\/div>\t\r\n\r\n\t<div id=\"recipe-44021-instructions\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions-container wprm-recipe-44021-instructions-container wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"44021\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-instructions-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\">Instructions<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\"><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\"><li id=\"wprm-recipe-44021-step-0-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Add shiitake mushroom into a medium-sized bowl and add warm water to cover. Rehydrate until turning tender throughout, 15 to 20 minutes. Once done, squeeze water out of the mushrooms, remove the tough stems and discard them. Slice the mushroom caps into thin pieces.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-44021-step-0-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Separate the chicken legs at the joint, pat dry, and sprinkle evenly with salt.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-44021-step-0-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Heat oil in a medium-sized pan over medium-high heat until shimmering. Carefully add the chicken pieces without overlapping, skin side down. Cook without touching until the bottom side is browned, 4 to 5 minutes. Flip to cook the other side for another 2 minutes. Transfer the chicken to a plate.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-44021-step-0-3\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">There should still be enough oil in the pot. If not, add 1 tablespoon of oil. Turn to medium-low heat. Add the rehydrated shiitake mushrooms, ginger, scallion whites, and star anise. Cook and stir for 1 to 2 minutes until the aromatics turn light golden. Add the doubanjiang. Keep stirring until the doubanjiang evenly coats the aromatics.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-44021-step-0-4\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Pour in the chicken broth to deglaze the pan. Add the cooked chicken, Shaoxing wine, soy sauce, and sugar. Cook over medium-high heat until brought to a boil. Add the carrots and daikon. Skim the foam from the top of the broth. Simmer, covered, for 20 minutes, until the chicken has turned tender.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-44021-step-0-5\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">While cooking the chicken, boil the noodles in another large pot according to the package instructions. Drain noodles thoroughly and set aside.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-44021-step-0-6\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">When the chicken is finished cooking, add the baby bok choy and cover again. Let simmer for 1 to 2 minutes, until the bok choy has turned tender. Turn off the heat.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-44021-step-0-7\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">To assemble the noodles, divide chicken braising liquid among the individual bowls. Portion the noodles into each bowl, top with chicken and baby bok choy. Garnish with scallion greens and serve immediately.<\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\n\t<p class=\"ingsub\"><a href=\"\/ingredient-substitutions-for-chinese-cooking\/\">Ingredient Substitution Guide<\/a><\/p>\r\n\r\n\t<div id=\"recipe-44021-notes\" class=\"wprm-recipe-notes-container wprm-block-text-normal\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-notes-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\">Notes<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-notes\"><ol>\n<li>Hold your knife at about a 45 degree angle relative to the carrot. Cut 1\u201d from the end. Roll the carrot towards you until the cut side is facing up then cut again 1\u201d from the end at the same angle. Repeat the rolling and cutting. All the carrot pieces should be roughly triangular in shape. This is a common knife technique in Chinese cooking, to create more edges on tougher vegetables so they soak up flavor while braising.<\/li>\n<li>I like to use wheat noodles that are about 1\/8\u201d (3 mm) in diameter. You can also use other types if you prefer. If you prefer the noodles to soak up a lot of flavor, use a thin type such as somen noodles. For a chewier texture, thicker noodles such as udon noodles or shaved noodles are great.<\/li>\n<li>Other greens such as gai lan, choy sum, and spinach work well in this dish. If using gai lan, increase cooking time until the vegetables turn tender. If using spinach, use less cooking time to avoid overcooking.<\/li>\n<\/ol><\/div><\/div>\t\r\n\r\n\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-nutrition-container\">\r\n\t\t<div id=\"recipe-44021-nutrition\" class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-shortcode-container\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-nutrition-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\">Nutrition<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-container wprm-nutrition-label-container-simple wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-serving_size\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--oc-black)\">Serving: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: var(--oc-black)\">1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: var(--oc-black)\">serving<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--oc-black)\">, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calories\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--oc-black)\">Calories: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: var(--oc-black)\">513<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: var(--oc-black)\">kcal<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--oc-black)\">, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-carbohydrates\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--oc-black)\">Carbohydrates: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: var(--oc-black)\">74.9<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: var(--oc-black)\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--oc-black)\">, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-protein\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--oc-black)\">Protein: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: var(--oc-black)\">31.4<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: var(--oc-black)\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--oc-black)\">, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--oc-black)\">Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: var(--oc-black)\">10.4<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: var(--oc-black)\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--oc-black)\">, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-saturated_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--oc-black)\">Saturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: var(--oc-black)\">2.1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: var(--oc-black)\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--oc-black)\">, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-cholesterol\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--oc-black)\">Cholesterol: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: var(--oc-black)\">65<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: var(--oc-black)\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--oc-black)\">, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sodium\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--oc-black)\">Sodium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: var(--oc-black)\">1503<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: var(--oc-black)\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--oc-black)\">, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-potassium\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--oc-black)\">Potassium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: var(--oc-black)\">462<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: var(--oc-black)\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--oc-black)\">, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fiber\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--oc-black)\">Fiber: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: var(--oc-black)\">3.8<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: var(--oc-black)\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--oc-black)\">, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sugar\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" 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If reducing doubanjiang, I would also add 1 tablespoon of oyster sauce (or hoisin sauce) to compensate, so the soup still tastes rich.  If you want to increase the spicy level, I would use chili oil or chili crisp at the end of the dish, you can adjust the seasoning without making the soup too salty.<\/p>","inLanguage":"en-US"},"inLanguage":"en-US"},{"@type":"Question","@id":"https:\/\/omnivorescookbook.com\/spicy-chicken-noodle-soup\/#faqitem-do-i-need-doubanjiang-or-can-i-substitute-it","position":2,"url":"https:\/\/omnivorescookbook.com\/spicy-chicken-noodle-soup\/#faqitem-do-i-need-doubanjiang-or-can-i-substitute-it","name":"Do I need doubanjiang, or can I substitute it?","answerCount":1,"acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"<p>Doubanjiang gives the broth its signature depth and fermented umami flavor. 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