Lomi Recipe (Filipino Thick Egg Noodle Soup)

Lomi is a Filipino comfort food made with thick egg noodles in a savory gravy-like broth with pork, chicken, or seafood, vegetables, and sometimes egg. It is hearty, filling, and perfect for rainy days or quick meals.

Ingredients

• 250 grams thick egg noodles (lomi noodles)
• 200 grams pork, sliced thinly (or chicken/seafood)
• 4 cups chicken or pork broth
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 1/2 cup cabbage, chopped
• 1/2 cup carrots, sliced thinly
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch mixed with 1/4 cup water
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fried garlic and spring onions for garnish
• 1–2 eggs, lightly beaten (optional)

Instructions

1. Heat a little oil in a pot and sauté garlic and onion until fragrant.
2. Add pork and cook until lightly browned.
3. Pour in the broth and bring to a boil.
4. Add carrots and cabbage, simmer until vegetables are tender.
5. Add the thick egg noodles and cook for 2–3 minutes.
6. Pour in cornstarch slurry while stirring until the soup thickens.
7. Add soy sauce, salt, and pepper to taste.
8. Optionally, slowly pour in beaten eggs and stir gently.
9. Garnish with fried garlic and spring onions before serving.
10. Serve hot.

Cooking Tips

• Use fresh lomi noodles for the best texture.
• Do not overcook the noodles to avoid sogginess.
• Adjust thickness of the broth using cornstarch according to preference.

Conclusion

This Lomi Recipe is a hearty Filipino noodle soup with thick gravy-like broth, tender meat, and vegetables, perfect for lunch or dinner.