SECRET BEHIND FAMOUS CHICKEN NOODLES LOMI SOUP SPECIAL
Lomi soup is a renowned staple when it comes to comforting Filipino cuisine. This thick, filling noodle soup, which comes from Batangas, is prized for its rich texture, comforting flavour, and cultural significance. Lomi always hits the spot, whether you’re eating it during a celebratory gathering or on a gloomy day. However, why has this dish become a household favourite and what exactly makes it so enticing?
This modest recipe developed into a culinary gem that is loved by people of all ages over time. These days, eateries like the well-known Amber Restaurant have improved Lomi’s status by adding their unique touch, making it one of their most sought-after specialties.
INTERESTING NOTE
It’s interesting to note that lomi was first developed as a useful lunch for Batangas labourers; the thick noodles and high-protein soup gave them energy and food during lengthy workdays.
Price and Serving size on Amber menu:
Serving Size 1718_b9ebc2-d6> | Price 1718_0643b6-b7> |
1-2 persons 1718_4fac3d-26> | ₱ 170.00 1718_8647a3-38> |
WHY IS LOMI SPECIAL SO FAMOUS?
Lomi soup isn’t your average noodle soup. For a number of reasons, this culinary masterpiece has a special position in Filipino cuisine.
COMFORT FOOD:
The ultimate comfort food is lomi soup. Imagine being warmed by a steaming bowl of rich soup, succulent chicken, and thick noodles on a chilly, rainy day. It like a bowl embrace! It is a go-to meal for any time of day because of its full and satisfying thick and creamy texture.
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COMBO OF INGREDIENTS:
Lomi’s blend of components is what makes it so beautiful. This recipe combines crisp veggies, savoury chicken, fresh egg noodles, and a well-seasoned broth to make it both healthy and decadent. For extra taste and texture, some versions even incorporate prawns, hog liver or chicharrón (crispy pork skin).
TASTE OF SOUP:
Lomi’s flavour is what really makes it unique. Cornflour is used to thicken the soup, and soy sauce, garlic, and onions are added to give it a rich, creamy umami flavour. The flavour explodes with every spoonful, leaving you wanting more. A memorable impression is created by the flawlessly balanced savoury profile.

LET’S MAKE THE FAMOUS LOMI AT HOME
Do you want to experience Lomi’s magic without going outside? You wouldn’t believe how simple it is to make at home! Here’s how to incorporate this traditional Filipino dish into your cooking.
INGREDIENTS:
Main Ingredients
- Fresh egg noodles: 500 grams
- Chicken breast/thigh: 250 grams
Aromatics
- Garlic (minced): 4 cloves
- Onions (diced): 1 medium
Vegetables
- Carrots (sliced): 1 medium
- Cabbage (shredded): 1 cup
Seasoning and Sauces
- Soy sauce: 2 tablespoons
- Fish sauce: 1 tablespoon
- Salt and pepper: To taste
Thickener
- Cornstarch: 3 tablespoons
Liquid
- Water/Chicken broth: 6 cups
Optional
- Hard-boiled eggs: 2
- Optional toppings: As desired
COOKING INSTRUCTIONS:
Making Lomi at home is a straightforward process. Follow these steps to achieve that authentic Filipino taste.
PREPARE MEAT AND VEGETABLES:
- Make thin strips out of the chicken.
- Chop the veggies of your choosing, including the cabbage and carrots.
- Dice the onions and mince the garlic to provide the flavour foundation of the soup.
COOK INGREDIENTS:
- Add the onions and garlic to a pot and cook until aromatic.
- Cook until the chicken is barely browned after adding it.
- After adding water or chicken broth, simmer for approximately fifteen minutes.
- Cook the vegetables and noodles until they are soft.
- To thicken the soup, whisk the cornflour into the water and slowly pour it into the pot.
- To taste, add salt, pepper, fish sauce, and soy sauce.
- Serve hot with hard-boiled eggs or, for extra zing, with a calamansi squeeze.
NUTRITIONAL PROFILE OF PANCIT LOMI
Lomi is nutrient-dense in addition to being delicious. It is a wholesome food for the following reasons:
- Protein: Found in chicken and eggs, excellent for building and repairing muscles.
- Carbohydrates: The energy you need to go through the day comes from noodles.
- Vitamins and Minerals: Vital nutrients are provided by fresh veggies.
- Low Fat Option: You can have a lighter version by adjusting the components.
Nutrient 1718_6c6e9d-34> | Amount 1718_c07be4-4b> |
Calories 1718_88cfed-c1> | 320 kcal 1718_e81232-db> |
Protein 1718_b35606-a4> | 20 g 1718_0a31c4-3b> |
Carbohydrates 1718_928a03-27> | 45 g 1718_e4788f-d5> |
Fats 1718_e33dad-b8> | 8 g 1718_fe57e8-b9> |
Fibre 1718_f9cac1-e5> | 3 g 1718_1aba9b-bf> |
Sodium 1718_dc1de4-75> | 750 mg 1718_9b1622-85> |
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CONCLUSION
Lomi soup is a celebration of Filipino flavours and customs, not just a dish. Given its rich flavour, cosy texture, and nutritional content, it’s no surprise that Lomi has grown to be a generational favourite. Lomi is a dish that is always satisfying, whether it is prepared at home or at a neighbourhood restaurant like Amber Restaurant, which is well-known for its excellent Lomi and other Filipino specialities.
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