Asian Mushroom Soup - Diabetic Friendly |
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Prep Time: 5 Minutes Cook Time: 15 Minutes |
Ready In: 20 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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A simple mushroom soup with an Asian-style ginger broth. Serving size is for 4 but DH and I say more like 2 servings. Fresh mushrooms are a low glycemic food as they contain very little carbohydrate. That means that they do not raise blood-sugar levels as significantly as carbohydrate-rich foods, such as bread. Foods with a low GI may help to control blood sugar levels, control appetite and lower the likelihood of getting type 2 diabetes. Weight Watching Fresh mushrooms are a perfect choice for weight management, since they have high water content, are low in fat and contain some fibre: three factors that will help you feel full with fewer calories. That means less room for calorie-laden foods. Ingredients:
1 teaspoon vegetable oil |
1 tablespoon fresh gingerroot, grated |
2 medium garlic cloves, minced |
5 cups fat free low-sodium beef broth (or vegetable) |
1 1/2 cups mushrooms, fresh, sliced (shiitake or portabello) |
1 1/2 tablespoons rice vinegar |
2 teaspoons sesame oil |
1 pinch salt (to taste) |
2 tablespoons green onions, fresh chopped |
Directions:
1. Heat vegetable oil in a saucepan over medium-high heat.
2. Add ginger and garlic; stir-frying for around 30 seconds.
3. Lower heat to medium and add mushrooms; stir-fry for 2 minute.
4. Pour in the broth, bring to a boil; cover and cook for 10 minute.
5. Add rice wine and sesame oil; stir well. Season to taste with salt.
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