Easy Spinach Soup
By Sho @ Hungry for Thai
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Jan 20th 2025 
When I feel unwell or during the winter, I like to have something quick and easy to cheer me up. This easy spinach soup is a simple and nourishing dish that's perfect for a quick meal. With just a few ingredients like spinach, eggs, and garlic, it comes together in no time and is full of flavor. Ideal for any occasion, it’s both healthy and satisfying!
Table of Contents
What you'll need
- Spinach: A leafy green rich in vitamins and minerals, offering a fresh, slightly earthy flavor.
- Eggs: A versatile ingredient that adds richness and protein, giving the soup a smooth texture.
- Water: The base liquid that brings all the ingredients together, providing a light and refreshing broth.
- Garlics: Adds a fragrant, savory aroma and a hint of spice to enhance the overall flavor.
- Oil: Used for sautéing and adding a touch of richness to the dish.
- Soy Sauce: Adds depth and a savory umami flavor to the soup.
- Vegetable Seasoning Powder: A convenient way to boost the soup’s flavor with a blend of herbs and spices.
- Salt: Enhances the natural flavors of the ingredients and balances the taste.
- Pepper: Adds a mild kick of heat and a bit of spice to round out the flavor.
Normally, when I was in Thailand, I used ivy gourd to make this soup, but I tried it with spinach, and it turned out to be a really good ingredient for this recipe too. It looks simple, but trust me, the taste is amazing. Adding a pinch of pepper before serving makes it even better.
Easy Spinach Soup
Prep time
5 minutes
Cook time
10 minutes
Serves
2
Ingredients
Steps
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Cooking Easy Spinach Soup:
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Blanch the spinach for 1-2 minutes and set it aside.
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Crush the garlic lightly and set aside.
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Crack the eggs and beat them. Heat a wok with oil on low heat, add the beaten eggs, and stir gently until the eggs start to set. Remove and set aside.
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In the same wok, add the water and bring it to a boil. Add the crushed garlic and a pinch of salt.
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Add the scrambled eggs into the wok and stir gently to disperse the eggs.
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Add the blanched spinach and continue boiling for another 1-2 minutes.
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Season with vegetable seasoning powder, pepper, and soy sauce to taste. Serve and enjoy!
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Nutritional info
% of daily valueCalorie Breakdown
Protein
71 cal
Fat
200 cal
Carbs
49 cal
If you prefer to have some meat in this recipe, you can add minced pork or chicken, whichever you prefer.
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