Description
Savory Singapore-style vermicelli dances with succulent shrimp and tender BBQ pork, creating a symphony of bold Asian flavors. Spicy, aromatic noodles invite you to explore Singapore’s vibrant street food culture in one delightful, quick-cooking dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 8–10 medium shrimp, shelled and deveined
- 250 grams (8.8 ounces) Chinese BBQ pork (Char Siu), thinly sliced
- 2 eggs, beaten
Noodles and Vegetables:
- 100 grams (3.5 ounces) dried rice vermicelli noodles
- 1 cup red bell pepper (capsicum), thinly sliced
- 1/2 medium onion, thinly sliced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
- 2 teaspoons hot green chili, thinly sliced (optional)
Sauce and Seasonings:
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Chinese cooking wine (or dry sherry/sake)
- 2.5 teaspoons curry powder (hot or mild)
- 1/2 teaspoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon white pepper (or black)
- 2 tablespoons peanut oil, divided
Instructions
- Whisk together the sauce ingredients in a mixing vessel, creating a harmonious blend of flavors, and reserve for later use.
- Immerse vermicelli noodles in recently boiled water, following package guidance. Thoroughly drain and set aside.
- Ignite a wok over medium flame, introducing 1 tablespoon of oil. Rapidly sear shrimp for approximately 3 minutes until they transform from translucent to opaque. Transfer cooked shrimp to a separate plate.
- Pour beaten eggs into the heated wok, swirling to generate a delicate omelette. Once solidified, carefully roll and extract. Slice into elegant ribbons.
- Introduce the remaining oil to the wok. Sauté aromatic garlic, ginger, and onion for 2 minutes, allowing them to soften and release their essential oils.
- Incorporate vibrant bell peppers, stirring swiftly for 1 minute to maintain their crisp texture.
- Introduce prepared noodles and previously prepared sauce, ensuring thorough integration of ingredients.
- Fold in cooked shrimp, sliced egg strips, BBQ pork, and chili. Energetically stir-fry for 1-2 minutes, guaranteeing uniform heating and complete sauce coverage.
- Immediately transfer to serving plates, presenting a steaming, fragrant Singapore-style vermicelli ready for enjoyment.
Notes
- Noodle Soaking Tip: Drain vermicelli completely to prevent watery stir-fry and ensure perfect sauce absorption.
- Protein Flexibility: Swap shrimp and BBQ pork with tofu, chicken, or plant-based alternatives for vegetarian or different protein preferences.
- Heat Control: Maintain medium-high wok temperature to achieve quick cooking and prevent ingredients from becoming soggy or overcooked.
- Sauce Customization: Adjust sauce’s spiciness by increasing or decreasing chili sauce and fresh chili quantities according to personal heat tolerance.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Singaporean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 200mg