DIY Ramen Soup

Name: DIY Ramen Soup
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 2 servings.
Ingredients: 1 package (3 ounces) ramen noodles; 1 tablespoon reduced-sodium chicken base; 1 to 2 teaspoons Sriracha Asian hot chili sauce; 1 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot; 1/2 cup shredded carrots; 1/2 cup shredded cabbage; 2 radishes, halved and sliced; 1/2 cup sliced fresh shiitake mushrooms; 1 cup shredded cooked chicken breast; 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves; 1 hard-boiled large egg, halved; 2 lime wedges; 4 cups boiling water

This jarred version of ramen soup is a healthier alternative to most varieties you can buy at the store. Have fun customizing the veggies to your taste! —Michelle, Clair, Seattle, Washington

Ingredients

1 package (3 ounces) ramen noodles
1 tablespoon reduced-sodium chicken base
1 to 2 teaspoons Sriracha Asian hot chili sauce
1 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot
1/2 cup shredded carrots
1/2 cup shredded cabbage
2 radishes, halved and sliced
1/2 cup sliced fresh shiitake mushrooms
1 cup shredded cooked chicken breast
1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves
1 hard-boiled large egg, halved
2 lime wedges
4 cups boiling water

Directions

Cook ramen according to package directions; cool.
In each of two 1-qt. wide-mouth canning jars, divide and layer ingredients in the following order: ramen noodles, chicken base, Sriracha, ginger, carrots, cabbage, radishes, mushrooms, chicken and cilantro. Place egg and lime wedge in 4-oz. glass jars or resealable plastic bags. Place on top of cilantro in 1-qt. jars. Cover and refrigerate until serving.
To serve, remove egg and lime. Pour 2 cups boiling water into each 1-qt. glass jar; let stand until warmed through or until chicken base has dissolved. Stir to combine seasonings. Squeeze lime juice over soup and place egg on top.