Irresistible Vermicelli Noodle Bowl Recipe

Name: Irresistible Vermicelli Noodle Bowl Recipe
Total time: 1 hr
Ingredients: 0.25 cup white vinegar; 0.25 cup fish sauce; 2 tablespoons white sugar; 2 tablespoons lime juice; 1 clove garlic, minced; 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 0.5 teaspoon canola oil; 2 tablespoons chopped shallots; 2 skewers; 8 medium shrimp, with shells; 1 (8 ounce) package rice vermicelli noodles; 1 cup finely chopped lettuce; 1 cup bean sprouts; 1 English cucumber, cut into 2-inch matchsticks; 0.25 cup finely chopped pickled carrots; 0.25 cup finely chopped diakon radish; 0.25 cup crushed peanuts; 3 tablespoons chopped cilantro; 3 tablespoons finely chopped Thai basil; 3 tablespoons chopped fresh mint

This vibrant vermicelli bowl features rice vermicelli noodles, crisp cucumber, fresh bean sprouts, and juicy grilled shrimp. Drizzled with a tangy sweet-and-sour dressing and sprinkled with crunchy nuts, this dish is a satisfying and simple meal that's bursting with flavor.

Total time1 hr
Prep time35 mins
Cook time25 mins
Yield2

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Instructions

To prepare the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together vinegar, fish sauce, sugar, lime juice, garlic, and red pepper flakes. Set aside.
Heat oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Add shallots and cook, stirring occasionally, until they soften and caramelize to a light golden-brown color, approximately 8 minutes.
Preheat an outdoor grill to medium heat and lightly oil the grate. Thread 4 shrimp onto each skewer and grill until they turn pink and develop char marks on the outside, about 1 to 2 minutes per side. Set aside.
Bring a large pot of water to a rolling boil. Add vermicelli noodles and cook until they become soft and pliable, about 12 minutes. Drain the noodles thoroughly and rinse them with cold water, stirring to prevent sticking.
Assemble the vermicelli bowl by placing the cooked noodles in one half of each serving bowl, and arrange lettuce and bean sprouts in the other half. Garnish each bowl with cucumbers, carrots, daikon radish, peanuts, cilantro, Thai basil, mint, and caramelized shallots. Serve with the shrimp skewers and dressing on the side, allowing individuals to pour dressing over the top and toss thoroughly before enjoying.

Nutrition

Calories: 659 kcal
Fat Content: 13 g
Fiber Content: 9 g
Sugar Content: 20 g
Sodium Content: 2565 mg
Protein Content: 26 g
Cholesterol Content: 36 mg
Carbohydrate Content: 112 g
Saturated Fat Content: 2 g
Unsaturated Fat Content: 0 g