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Vietnamese Noodle Bowl

A delightful mix of textures and tastes, from tender noodles to crisp veggies, bathed in a savory sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Vietnamese
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 8 oz rice vermicelli noodles
  • 1 cup cooked chicken sliced or shredded
  • 1 cup mixed vegetables carrots, bell peppers, cucumbers
  • 1/4 cup fresh herbs mint, cilantro, basil
  • 1/4 cup crushed peanuts for garnish
  • 2 tbsp fish sauce
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 tsp sugar

Equipment

  • Large pot for boiling noodles
  • Skillet or wok for stir-frying
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Cutting board and knife
  • Serving bowls

Method
 

  1. Boil a pot of water and cook the rice vermicelli noodles according to package instructions.
  2. In a small bowl, mix the fish sauce, soy sauce, lime juice, and sugar to prepare the sauce.
  3. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add the cooked chicken, warming it through and giving it a slight char.
  4. Add the mixed vegetables to the skillet and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes.
  5. Once the noodles are cooked, drain and add them to the skillet along with the sauce. Toss well.
  6. Remove the skillet from heat and gently fold in the fresh herbs.
  7. Divide the noodle mixture into serving bowls.
  8. Top each bowl with crushed peanuts and an extra drizzle of sauce if desired.

Notes

Feel free to customize with your favorite proteins and veggies.