Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
6 ounce

rice vermicelli

1 tbsp

salt

1 lb

shrimp

peeled and deveined

0.5 tsp

curry powder

2 tsp

curry powder

2 tbsp

vegetable oil

3 unit

shallots

sliced thin

1 unit

red bell pepper

stemmed seeded and sliced thin

2 unit

garlic cloves

minced

1 cup

bean sprouts

0.75 cup

chicken broth

0.25 cup

soy sauce

2 tbsp

mirin

4 unit

scallions

sliced thin

1 pinch

cayenne pepper

1 dash

Tabasco sauce

Step 1
~2 min

Bring 4 quarts of water to a boil.

Step 2
~2 min

Stir in 1 tablespoon of salt and the rice vermicelli noodles.

Step 3
~2 min

Cook for about 2 minutes, until slightly underdone, stirring often.

Step 4
~2 min

Drain noodles and rinse under cold water, then drain again and set aside.

Step 5
~2 min

Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and toss with 1/2 teaspoon of curry powder.

Step 6
~2 min

Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large frying pan or wok until just smoking.

Step 7
~2 min

Add the shrimp and cook, stirring often, until slightly browned, about 2 minutes.

Step 8
~2 min

Transfer the shrimp to a clean bowl.

Step 9
~2 min

Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil to the skillet and heat over medium heat until shimmering.

Step 10
~2 min

Add the shallots, bell pepper, and the remaining 2 teaspoons of curry powder.

Step 11
~2 min

Cook until the vegetables have softened, about 2 minutes.

Step 12
~2 min

Stir in the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 15 seconds.

Step 13
~2 min

Stir in the cooked vermicelli, shrimp, any accumulated juice, bean sprouts, chicken broth, soy sauce, mirin, and scallions.

Step 14
~2 min

Toss until ingredients are combined and noodles have heated through, about 2 minutes.

Step 15
~2 min

For a spicier dish, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or serve with Tabasco sauce.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of curry powder to your preference.

Don't overcook the shrimp, or it will become rubbery.

Use fresh bean sprouts for the best flavor and texture.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be partially prepped by slicing vegetables and measuring ingredients.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate (curry)
Noise Level
Medium (stir-frying)
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve hot immediately after cooking.

Pairs well with a side of steamed vegetables.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Spring Rolls
Steamed Bok Choy

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Singapore

Cultural Significance

Reflects the multicultural influences on Singaporean cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Casual Gathering

Popularity Score

70/100

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