German-style Mee Sup

Ingredients

In the German-style Mee Sup, we adapt the original Malaysian Mee Sup to German cuisine by incorporating German spices and herbs such as caraway seeds and parsley. We also use German-style noodles like spaetzle instead of the traditional Malaysian noodles. Additionally, we adjust the cooking techniques to align with German culinary traditions. We alse have the original recipe for Mee sup, so you can check it out.

• 250g (8.8 oz) spaetzle noodles 250g (8.8 oz) spaetzle noodles
• 500ml (2 cups) beef broth 500ml (2 cups) beef broth
• 200g (7 oz) beef, thinly sliced 200g (7 oz) beef, thinly sliced
• 1 onion, diced 1 onion, diced
• 2 carrots, sliced 2 carrots, sliced
• 2 celery stalks, sliced 2 celery stalks, sliced
• 1 leek, sliced 1 leek, sliced
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon caraway seeds 1 teaspoon caraway seeds
• 1 teaspoon turmeric powder 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 stalk lemongrass, bruised 1 stalk lemongrass, bruised
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish) Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 350 kcal / 1465 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 10g, 3g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 45g, 5g
• Protein: 20g
• Fiber: 5g
• Salt: 2g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, and sauté until fragrant.
2. 2.
   Add the sliced beef to the pot and cook until browned.
3. 3.
   Stir in the caraway seeds, turmeric powder, and lemongrass. Cook for another minute to release the flavors.
4. 4.
   Add the sliced carrots, celery, and leek to the pot. Cook for a few minutes until slightly softened.
5. 5.
   Pour in the beef broth and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and let the soup simmer for about 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
6. 6.
   Meanwhile, cook the spaetzle noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
7. 7.
   Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste.
8. 8.
   To serve, divide the cooked spaetzle noodles among serving bowls. Ladle the hot soup over the noodles and garnish with fresh parsley.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Spaetzle noodles — If you can't find spaetzle noodles, you can substitute with egg noodles or any other type of German-style noodles.
• Lemongrass — To bruise the lemongrass, gently crush it with the back of a knife to release its flavor.
• Caraway seeds — Toasting the caraway seeds before adding them to the soup will enhance their aroma and flavor.

Tips & Tricks

• For a richer flavor, you can use homemade beef broth instead of store-bought.
• Feel free to add other vegetables like peas or mushrooms to the soup for added variety.
• If you prefer a spicier soup, you can add a small amount of chili flakes or chili powder.
• To make the soup more filling, you can add cooked sausage slices or meatballs.
• Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop before serving.

Serving advice

Serve the German-style Mee Sup hot in individual bowls. Accompany it with a side of crusty bread or rolls for dipping into the flavorful broth.

Presentation advice

Garnish each bowl of German-style Mee Sup with a sprinkle of fresh chopped parsley. The vibrant green color will add a pop of freshness to the dish.