Ohhh yes — “Nap-Worthy Noodles” 😴🍜 — soft, slurpy, soul-soothing noodles perfect for rainy days, tired brains, and low-energy coziness. This one’s like eating a lullaby.
🍜 Nap-Worthy Noodles
Silky noodles in a creamy sesame-miso broth with tender greens and tofu — gentle, grounding, and nap-approved.
🍲 Ingredients:
- 2 servings rice noodles or udon
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp grated ginger
- 1 tbsp white or yellow miso paste
- 1 tbsp soy sauce or tamari
- 1 tbsp tahini or peanut butter (for creaminess)
- 2½ cups veggie broth
- 1 tsp rice vinegar
- A handful of greens (spinach, bok choy, or kale)
- Optional: cubed tofu, chili oil, scallions, sesame seeds
🌿 Method:
- Cook noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a pot, sauté garlic and ginger in sesame oil until fragrant.
- Stir in miso, soy sauce, tahini, and veggie broth. Whisk gently to blend.
- Simmer softly, add greens and tofu (if using). Cook until greens wilt.
- Add noodles, let them soak up the flavor. Finish with vinegar.
- Serve warm, sprinkle with sesame seeds, scallions, or a gentle drizzle of chili oil.
💬 Affirmation:
“You don’t have to do everything today. Just this bowl. Just this breath.”
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