Better Pho You: Bringing Some Asian Soup Inspiration to Your Food Delivery Options
Posted by Amelia K. on Friday, October 10th, 2014 with 4 Comments
Now that the seasons are changing and the weather is turning a bit chillier, you might find yourself craving a flavorful bowl of soup for your midday meal. And while there are the easy traditional favorites like chicken noodle, tomato and potato bacon, sometimes these choices can be loaded with cream and fat, which doesn’t always make for a productive afternoon.
To mix things up, trying some Asian soups can give you the cozy warmth you’re looking for from your lunchtime soup order. Plus these options are packed with flavor – and sometimes lots of spice! Most Asian soups are made with a chicken stock base, then built upon with vegetables, meats, and lots of flavor. Many offer a full serving of veggies in just one bowl – and because they’re also usually low in calories, Asian soups can be a great way to manage your weight and keep your daily dietary goals on track.
Pho is packed with veggies and protein – making it the perfect soup to try for lunch!
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To help you find the perfect soup for your lunch today, we’ve picked our four favorites!
Miso Soba Soup: This soup is a delicious blend of shiitake mushrooms, soba noodles, ginger, scallions, tofu, and bok choy. Basically, it’s a great mix of protein, fiber, and b-complex vitamins, which can help your body convert food into energy more quickly and help prevent anemia. Because of the light broth, you won’t end your lunch break feeling like you just ate ten thousand calories. Plus, this is a soup that can be widely found at Japanese restaurants – meaning there are likely several restaurants that can deliver to your office today!
Pho: This traditional soup from Southeast Asia is one of our favorites – mostly because it’s perfect for anyone in the office. You can order it with beef, chicken, tofu, or no meat at all, depending on your preference. It’s typically packed with veggies like carrots, onions, sprouts, onions, and sometimes even broccoli! And because the spice level is so easy to adjust (most restaurants will send along hoisin sauce and sriracha in separate packets), it’s definitely a crowd pleaser.
Egg Drop Soup: When you’re craving something light for lunch, egg drop soup is the perfect fit. This tasty meal usually starts with a chicken stock base, with green onions and eggs slowly added to create a feathering effect in the broth. It’s also a great choice when you are feeling a little under the weather – just like mom’s homemade chicken noodle soup, but faster!
And if you’re looking for a healthy way to add to this great soup, try ordering a spring roll or two on the side – they’re typically packed with protein and extra veggies!
Hot and Sour Soup: Another office favorite, hot and sour soup contains a mixture of ingredients that results in a delicious combination of hot and sour flavors that are sure to leave you happy with your meal choice. While different restaurants put their own spin on it, hot and sour soup can be started with a broth made of pork, chicken, seafood or even a vegetarian base. Typical ingredients include mushrooms, eggs and bamboo shoots, which are a veggie that’s also high in protein. Depending on the restaurant, the soup could also be loaded with other veggies like carrots, snow peas or tomatoes. With a plethora of options to choose from, you’ll never get bored when you order hot and sour soup as your midday meal!
Soup for Lunch
When you’re pressed for time, it can be difficult to work a healthy, delicious lunch into your day. Because of the tasty and well-balanced options that different types of Asian soups provide, finding a great selection that will fill you up and help you stay productive for the whole afternoon is as easy as pulling up the menu at your favorite Vietnamese restaurant. And efficient ordering just became one step easier: Waiter.com can help you find great restaurants with yummy lunch options – and deliver them right to your office! With that kind of service, you’ll never have an excuse for a vending machine lunch again.
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I have yet to try pho, but I think this has convinced me!
There is nothing quite like a really good bowl of pho! Hope you enjoy!
I’ve been doing asian summer salads and this sounds perfect for the winter season!
Soups, especially Pho, are great options for lunch because they’re not only healthy, but they’re easily customizable. Having a sort of “soup bar” where people add their own fresh ingredients to the hot broth of their choice. With so many different options, everyone always leaves happy!