Nighttime Feeding
Nighttime Feeding is a comforting, late-night noodle soup popular in many Chinese communities, often enjoyed after evening activities or as a midnight snack. It typically features a clear or savory broth with noodles, leafy greens, and optional toppings like sliced pork, fried eggs, or tofu, and is commonly found at street stalls or small eateries that stay open late.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is generally balanced, offering a good mix of carbohydrates from the noodles, protein from the toppings, and some vitamins from the greens, with a rough calorie range of 300-500 per serving depending on portion size and ingredients. It provides essential nutrients like iron, B vitamins, and electrolytes, making it a light yet satisfying option for late-night hunger.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 150 kcal |
| Protein | 8 g |
| Carbs | 15 g |
| Fat | 6 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Sugar | 12 g |
| Sodium | 120 mg |
| Calcium | 300 mg |
| Vitamin D | 2.5 mcg |
| Phosphorus | 230 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.9 mcg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.4 mg |
| Potassium | 380 mg |
| Magnesium | 24 mg |
| Zinc | 1.1 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, Nighttime Feeding reflects the vibrant night food culture in many Asian cities, where it serves as a social and comforting ritual for night owls and workers. Nutritionally, its warm broth and easily digestible ingredients are thought to aid digestion and provide gentle energy without being too heavy before sleep.
