Winter Warming Noodle Soups to Get You Through a Perth Winter

Perth winters have a reputation for being mild, and compared to the rest of the country, they are. But anyone who's lived here knows that a cold, grey winter day still calls for something warm, comforting, and deeply satisfying. And few things do that job better than a proper bowl of noodle soup.

Here at Yunion, winter is one of our favourite times of year in the kitchen. It's the season when a steaming bowl of fresh noodles in a rich, flavourful broth feels less like dinner and more like a warm hug. Here are four noodle soup recipes worth adding to your winter rotation.

Classic Wonton Noodle Soup

There's a reason wonton noodle soup has been a cold-weather staple in Cantonese households for generations. The combination of silky wontons, springy noodles, and a clean, deeply flavoured broth is one of the most comforting things you can put in a bowl.

Start with a good quality chicken or pork stock as your base. Season it with light soy sauce, white pepper, and a small drizzle of sesame oil. Cook your Yunion wonton noodles separately, then add your wontons directly to the simmering broth until they're cooked through. Combine everything in a deep bowl, scatter with spring onion, and serve immediately.

Simple, fast, and exactly what a Perth winter evening calls for.

Hokkien Noodle Soup with Pork and Ginger

Most people think of Hokkien noodles purely as a stir-fry noodle, but they work beautifully in soup too. Their thickness and chew hold up well in broth, making them a heartier option for nights when you want something really substantial.

Build your broth with pork bones or a good pork stock, fresh ginger, garlic, and a splash of Shaoxing wine if you have it. Add sliced pork shoulder or pork mince, bok choy, and your Yunion Hokkien noodles. Finish with a boiled egg fo extra protein and a drizzle of chilli oil if you like a little heat.

This is the kind of soup that genuinely warms you from the inside out — perfect for a cold Perth night when you don't want to spend hours in the kitchen.

Egg Noodle Soup with Chicken and Greens

Sometimes the most satisfying soups are the simplest ones. A clean chicken broth with egg noodles, poached chicken, and whatever greens you have in the fridge is one of those dishes that never fails to deliver.

Use a good quality chicken stock as your base — homemade if you have it, store-bought if you don't. Add sliced ginger and a couple of garlic cloves to the broth while it heats. Poach chicken thighs directly in the broth for extra flavour, then shred the meat and return it to the pot. Cook your Yunion egg noodles separately, then combine with the broth, chicken, and a handful of bok choy or silverbeet.

It's light enough that you won't feel heavy afterwards, but warming and nourishing enough to see you through even the coldest Perth evening.

Spicy Shanghai Noodle Soup

If you're someone who runs cold in winter and wants a soup with a little more fire, this one is for you. Shanghai noodles are thick, chewy, and substantial — they absorb flavour beautifully and make for a genuinely filling winter meal.

Build a broth with beef stock, doubanjiang chilli bean paste, garlic, ginger, and a splash of dark soy sauce. Add sliced beef, mushrooms, and spinach, and let everything simmer together until the flavours have melded. Cook your Yunion Shanghai noodles, add them to the bowl, and ladle the hot broth over the top. Finish with a sprinkle of sesame seeds and sliced spring onion.

Bold, spicy, and deeply satisfying — exactly what a grey Perth winter day deserves.

One Simple Rule for Great Noodle Soup

Whatever recipe you choose, there's one rule that makes every noodle soup better: cook your noodles separately and add them to the bowl just before serving. This prevents them from absorbing too much liquid, going soft, or turning the broth starchy. Your noodles stay firm and springy, your broth stays clear and clean, and every bowl tastes just as good as the first one.

Find Yunion Near You

Our full range of fresh noodles, wonton skins, and dumpling skins are available at select supermarkets and Asian grocery stores across Perth. Click here to find your nearest stockist.