Crispy Vegetable Noodles
Category: Main Dishes
Serves: 4
This vibrant and crispy vegetable noodle dish is a delightful fusion of textures and flavors that come together beautifully. The combination of tender stir-fried vegetables paired with golden, crispy noodle nests creates a fun, flavorful meal perfect for any occasion. The dish brings together a medley of fresh vegetables, including bell peppers, carrots, mushrooms, and soy sprouts, cooked in a savory soy and apple cider vinegar sauce. The crispy noodles, deep-fried to perfection, are served with this aromatic vegetable sauce, making it a filling and satisfying dish.
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Noodles | 200g |
| Green bell pepper | 1 |
| Red bell pepper | 1 |
| Carrot | 1 |
| Champignon mushrooms | 80g |
| Soy sprouts | 80g |
| Chili pepper | 1 |
| Garlic | 2 cloves |
| Fresh spring onion | 1 |
| Extra virgin olive oil | 3 tablespoons |
| Soy sauce | 50ml |
| Apple cider vinegar | 1 tablespoon |
| Salt | to taste |
| Peanut oil (for frying) | 1 liter |
Instructions
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Prepare the vegetables:
- Begin by cleaning and prepping all the vegetables. Slice the carrot and red bell pepper into thin strips.
- Finely chop the garlic and spring onion, and slice the chili pepper.
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Stir-fry the vegetables:
- In a large pan or wok, heat 3 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the garlic and spring onion slices to the pan and sauté for a few moments until fragrant.
- Add the chili pepper and stir for another minute to infuse the oil with flavor.
- Gradually add the green and red bell peppers, carrots, and soy sprouts to the pan. Allow each ingredient to cook for 1-2 minutes before adding the next, ensuring each vegetable is nicely sautéed.
- Continue cooking all the vegetables together for about 10 minutes over low heat until they are tender but still crisp.
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Season the vegetables:
- Pour the soy sauce and apple cider vinegar over the vegetables, stirring well to combine.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning by adding salt as needed.
- Let the vegetables simmer for another 2 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
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Cook the noodles:
- In a separate pot, bring salted water to a boil. Once boiling, add the noodles and cook them for no longer than 2 minutes.
- After the noodles are done, drain them and rinse them under cold water to stop the cooking process.
- Drain the noodles thoroughly and then divide them into four equal portions, shaping them into small nests.
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Fry the noodle nests:
- In a separate frying pan, heat the peanut oil over medium-high heat.
- Once the oil is hot, gently place one noodle nest at a time into the hot oil, using a slotted spoon to help keep the shape intact.
- Fry each nest for a couple of minutes until golden and crispy, then flip to cook the other side until browned.
- Remove the crispy noodles from the oil and let them drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
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Serve:
- Place each noodle nest on a plate and top with the stir-fried vegetable mixture.
- Serve hot and enjoy the delicious combination of crispy noodles and savory vegetable sauce.
This crispy vegetable noodle dish is a perfect choice for a satisfying and healthy meal, offering a beautiful balance of crunchy, tender, and flavorful elements. With its vibrant colors and fresh ingredients, it is sure to impress anyone at the table.
