Yen Ta Fo is a flavorful Thai noodle soup with a signature pink broth. It’s a delicious balance of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors, topped with seafood, crispy wontons, and fresh greens. Here’s how to make it at home!
Ingredients:
For the Soup Base:
- 4 cups pork or chicken broth
- 2 tbsp Yen Ta Fo sauce (fermented red soybean paste)
- 1 tbsp vinegar
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1 tbsp fish sauce
- 1 tsp minced garlic
- ½ tsp chili flakes (optional, for spice)
For the Toppings:
- 200g rice noodles (thin or wide)
- 100g fish balls
- 100g squid, sliced
- 100g firm tofu, cubed
- 1 cup morning glory (water spinach) or bok choy
- 1 boiled egg (optional)
- Fried crispy wontons or crispy tofu skin
- Fried garlic in oil (for garnish)
Instructions:
1️⃣ Prepare the Broth: In a pot, bring the broth to a boil. Stir in the Yen Ta Fo sauce, vinegar, sugar, fish sauce, and garlic. Simmer for 5 minutes.
2️⃣ Cook the Noodles & Toppings:
- Boil rice noodles according to package instructions, then drain.
- Blanch the morning glory or bok choy in hot water for 30 seconds.
- Cook the fish balls, squid, and tofu in the broth for 2–3 minutes.
3️⃣ Assemble the Bowl: Place the cooked noodles in a bowl, ladle over the hot pink broth, and top with seafood, tofu, and greens.
4️⃣ Garnish & Serve: Add crispy wontons, fried garlic, and a boiled egg if desired. Serve with extra chili flakes, vinegar, and sugar on the side.
Enjoy a steaming hot bowl of Yen Ta Fo Noodle Soup—perfect for warming up on chilly days! ❄️🔥🍜
