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M³ Soupy Noodles: a 15-minute bowl made with Thiral’s M³ Soup Mix
Some evenings you don't want to cook, you want to eat. This recipe is for those evenings. It's a bowl of noodles simmered in a soup base that usually takes a lot longer to get right, but here it comes together in about 15 minutes because of one shortcut: Thiral's M³ Soup Mix.
If you searched for an easy soup recipe or a quick noodle soup, this is it.
Why we start with a soup mix
Soup from scratch means simmering stock for a while and getting the spice balance right, and getting it right twice in a row is harder than it sounds. Thiral's M³ Soup Mix skips that part. Two spoonfuls added to sautéed onions and tomatoes gives you a soup base with real depth, no stock pot required.
That's the whole point of this recipe. It's a genuine weeknight option, not a weekend project.
What you'll need?
- 2 tbsp oil
- 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
- 1 medium tomato, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp Thiral's M³ Soup Mix
- 2 cups hot water
- Noodles of your choice
- Coriander leaves, chopped, optional
You can also throw in diced carrots, beans, cabbage, or whatever vegetables you have in the fridge. They don't change the method, just the texture and how much you get out of the bowl.
How to make it?
- Heat a kadai or pan and add the oil.
- Add the sliced onions and sauté until translucent.
- Add the chopped tomatoes and cook until soft and mushy.
- If you're using vegetables, add them now and sauté for 2-3 minutes.
- Add 2 tbsp of Thiral's M³ Soup Mix and sauté for a minute until it turns aromatic.
- Pour in 2 cups of hot water and bring it to a boil.
- Add the noodles and mix well.
- Cover and cook on medium-low until the noodles are done.
- Turn off the flame, garnish with coriander if you're using it, and serve hot.
A few ways to change it up
Add shredded chicken, a boiled egg, or paneer cubes after step 6 if you want something heartier. A slit green chilli or a pinch of crushed pepper along with the onions works if you like it spicier. For kids, skip the coriander and use shorter, softer noodles. The soup base itself (steps 1-6) keeps well in the fridge, so you can make it ahead and just add noodles when you're hungry.
Beyond noodles
The same soup mix works as a base for a plain vegetable soup, a quick ramen-style bowl, or even a flavour boost stirred into fried rice. One pack covers a few different meals, which is really why it's worth keeping around.
Buy Thiral's M³ Soup Mix on the Thiral Foods site here.
Questions people ask
- What is Thiral M³ Soup Mix?
It's Thiral Foods' ready-to-use soup mix. It gives you an aromatic soup base in a few minutes without a long simmer or a spice rack full of ingredients. - Can I make this as a plain soup, without noodles?
Yes. Follow the method through step 6, skip the noodles, and let it simmer a couple more minutes. - Is this recipe vegetarian?
Yes, as written. Use rice noodles or egg-free noodles if you want it vegan. - How many people does this serve?
One to two. Double everything for 3-4 servings. - Where can I buy it?
Directly from thiralfoods.com, along with our other ready-mix products.
