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Bok choy soup in a bowl with noodles and tofu cubes.
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5 from 12 votes

The Best Bok Choy Soup

Indulge in a tantalizing blend of savory flavors with this delicious bok choy soup. This aromatic dish combines the delicate crunch of baby bok choy with the rich umami taste of miso paste. A delightful dinner with a fanastic fusion of ingredients and captivating aroma.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: Lunch or Dinner
Cuisine: asian
Diet: Gluten Free, Low Lactose, Vegan, Vegetarian
Servings: 3
Calories: 606kcal
Author: Michelle Cehn

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion diced
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 4 cups water
  • 2 tablespoons miso paste
  • 3 cubes plant-based bouillon
  • 2 teaspoons fresh ginger grated
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon sugar
  • 3 large bok choy (or 6 small) sliced in half or roughly chopped
  • 1 (14-ounce) block tofu cubed and fried
  • 1 package noodles your choice (see notes for options), cooked
  • ¼ cup green onions sliced, optional
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes for garnish, optional

Instructions

  • In a medium-sized pot add the toasted sesame oil over medium heat. Once hot, add in the diced onion and cook until browned (about three minutes). Add the minced garlic and saute for 30 seconds.
  • Pour in the water and incorporate the miso paste and bouillon by diluting and mixing until fully mixed.
  • Add the grated ginger, garlic powder, and sugar.
  • Allow broth to boil over medium heat for 5 minutes. Then, add in the chopped bok choy and let it cook for roughly 3 minutes more.
  • Serve with fried tofu, cooked noodles, green onion, and red pepper flakes.

Notes

  • Prep Tip: Prepare the toppings before or while the soup is cooking so that they will be ready to be added when the soup is done.
  • Bok Choy: Slice in half for a more dramatic visual experience, or chopped into bite sized pieces for easier eating. Add the bok choy right before you serve it, it will prevent the bok choy from overcooking.
  • Noodle Options: Udon, ramen, soba, rice noodles, sweet potato glass noodles, or kelp noodles.
  • No Fresh Ginger? Substitute ¼ teaspoon of ground ginger.
  • Storing Suggestion: Store in mason jars for up to a week for an easy re-heatable meal.

Nutrition

Calories: 606kcal | Carbohydrates: 89g | Protein: 37g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 7g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Sodium: 1181mg | Potassium: 2452mg | Fiber: 14g | Sugar: 16g | Vitamin A: 37823IU | Vitamin C: 384mg | Calcium: 1105mg | Iron: 10mg