Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
8 unit

rice vermicelli

soaked

24 unit

tiger shrimp

peeled and deveined

3 tbsp

vegetable oil

1 unit

onion

thinly sliced

0.5 cup

green peas

fresh or thawed frozen

2 tsp

Indian curry powder

6 unit

Cantonese roast pork

diced

1.5 tbsp

fish sauce

1 pinch

Kosher salt

1 pinch

black pepper

freshly ground

6 sprig

cilantro

trimmed

Step 1
~3 min

Soak rice vermicelli in water until pliable.

Step 2
~3 min

Cook noodles in boiling water for about 10 seconds until tender but firm.

Step 3
~3 min

Drain noodles and transfer to a bowl.

Step 4
~3 min

Cook shrimp in the same water until opaque, about 1 minute, and drain.

Step 5
~3 min

Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat.

Step 6
~3 min

Stir-fry onion until golden, 3 to 5 minutes.

Step 7
~3 min

Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of oil, the noodles, and peas.

Step 8
~3 min

Sprinkle curry powder over the top and toss well, ensuring the noodles become yellow.

Step 9
~3 min

Add the pork, shrimp, and fish sauce.

Step 10
~3 min

Continue to stir-fry until the noodles are heated through, about 5 minutes.

Step 11
~3 min

Adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper, if necessary.

Step 12
~3 min

Serve garnished with cilantro.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of curry powder to your spice preference.

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.

Don't overcook the noodles.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The ingredients can be prepped in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Moderate
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve hot.

Pairs well with a side of steamed vegetables.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Spring Rolls
Cucumber Salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Singapore

Cultural Significance

Popular street food dish in Singapore.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

weeknight dinner
lunch
casual dining

Popularity Score

75/100

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