Asian Noodle Bowls Recipe

Name: Asian Noodle Bowls
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 cup rice vinegar; 1/4 cup sugar; 2 tablespoons nuoc mam (Vietnamese/Thai fish sauce); 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil; 2 teaspoons Asian hot chili sauce (sriracha); 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger (optional); 1 package (about 1 pound) rice vermicelli; 1 head leaf lettuce, torn into pieces; 1/2 pound pea pods, blanched for 1 minute, covered, in the microwave; 1/2 pound bean sprouts; 1 small bunch fresh cilantro sprigs; 1 small bunch fresh Thai or other basil; 1 1/2 pounds leftover cheater beef, pork, chicken, or turkey, cut into chunks; 1 bunch green onions, halved lengthwise and cut into 1-inch pieces; 2 fresh jalapeno peppers, sliced; 1/2 cup chopped unsalted peanuts

Servings: persons

3/4 cup rice vinegar
1/4 cup sugar
2 tablespoons nuoc mam (Vietnamese/Thai fish sauce)
2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
2 teaspoons Asian hot chili sauce (sriracha)
1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger (optional)
1 package (about 1 pound) rice vermicelli
1 head leaf lettuce, torn into pieces
1/2 pound pea pods, blanched for 1 minute, covered, in the microwave
1/2 pound bean sprouts
1 small bunch fresh cilantro sprigs
1 small bunch fresh Thai or other basil
1 1/2 pounds leftover cheater beef, pork, chicken, or turkey, cut into chunks
1 bunch green onions, halved lengthwise and cut into 1-inch pieces
2 fresh jalapeno peppers, sliced
1/2 cup chopped unsalted peanuts

1
COMBINE all the Noodle Bowl Sauce ingredients with 1/4 cup water in a medium bowl and set aside.
2
COOK the noodles according to package directions in boiling salted water.
3
Drain and rinse with cold water.
4
In individual serving bowls, Layer the lettuce, noodles, pea pods, bean sprouts, and sprigs of cilantro and basil.
5
ARRANGE the meat on top.
6
Sprinkle with the green onions, jalapenos, and peanuts, to taste.
7
DRIZZLE each serving with the Noodle Bowl Sauce.
8
Serve with fish sauce, hot sauce, and soy sauce at the table.

707

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 cup rice vinegar, 1/4 cup sugar, 2 tablespoons nuoc mam (Vietnamese/Thai fish sauce), 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil, and more.

Yes, Asian Noodle Bowls falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Asian Noodle Bowls

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Variations & substitutions

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