Singapore Noodles
Indulge in a tantalizing plate of Singapore Noodles, a budget-friendly family meal that promises a gourmet dining experience at home. This easy gourmet dinner recipe is perfect for a bustling weeknight or a relaxing weekend feast.
Yield: Serves 4
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Calorie Count: Approx. 450 kcal per serving
Nutritional Details:
Each serving is loaded with protein and vibrant vegetables, offering a balanced meal. The curry powder not only adds flavor but also turmeric, which has anti-inflammatory properties.
Ingredients:
• Rice vermicelli, 200g
• Medium shrimp, peeled and deveined, 150g
• Char siu pork (Chinese barbecued pork), thinly sliced, 100g
• Carrots, julienned, 1 medium
• Bell peppers (red and green), julienned, 1 each
• Green onions, sliced, 3 stalks
• Garlic, minced, 2 cloves
• Eggs, lightly beaten, 2
• Bean sprouts, 1 cup
• Curry powder, 2 tablespoons
• Light soy sauce, 1 tablespoon
• Sesame oil, 1 teaspoon
• Vegetable oil, for stir-frying
Substitutes:
• Use tofu or chicken for a different protein option.
• Tamari can replace soy sauce for a gluten-free alternative.
Instructions:
1. Soak the rice vermicelli in warm water until just tender, about 10 minutes, then drain and set aside.
2. Heat a tablespoon of vegetable oil in a wok over high heat. Pour in the beaten eggs, creating thin egg ribbons. Remove and set aside.
3. Add another tablespoon of oil to the wok, stir-fry the shrimp until they turn pink, then add the char siu pork. Transfer to a plate.
4. In the remaining oil, sauté garlic until fragrant. Add the carrots and bell peppers, stir-frying until slightly softened.
5. Sprinkle the curry powder over the vegetables and stir to coat them evenly.
6. Add the noodles, shrimp, pork, and green onions to the wok, tossing everything together.
7. Drizzle with soy sauce and sesame oil, combining all the ingredients well.
8. Gently fold in the egg ribbons and bean sprouts, heating through.
9. Serve immediately with a garnish of additional green onions if desired.
Budget-Friendly Tip:
Bulk buy your shrimp when on sale and freeze in portions. Rice vermicelli is also cheaper when purchased in larger quantities.
Side Dish Pairing:
A simple cucumber salad with a splash of rice vinegar complements this dish well.
Seasonal Touch:
Opt for seasonal bell peppers and green onions from your local market or garden for the freshest flavors and to support local producers.
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