Cha Ca Recipe – Eats Now

Name: Cha Ca
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 pound vermicelli; 2 tablespoons nuoc mam; 1/2 teaspoon turmeric; 2 teaspoons ground ginger; 2 teaspoons powdered garlic; 1/2 teaspoon pepper; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 pound fish fillet cut into medium pieces; 1 cup green onions chopped; 1 cup dill chopped; 1/2 cup basil chopped; 4 tablespoons roasted peanuts chopped

Servings: persons

1/2 pound vermicelli
2 tablespoons nuoc mam
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
2 teaspoons ground ginger
2 teaspoons powdered garlic
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 pound fish fillet cut into medium pieces
1 cup green onions chopped
1 cup dill chopped
1/2 cup basil chopped
4 tablespoons roasted peanuts chopped

1
Cook noodles according directions on package, then divide into four serving bowls and set aside.
2
In a bowl, combine Nuoc Mam, turmeric, ginger, garlic, pepper and 1 tablespoon of the oil, then add fish and stir until all the pieces are coated. Place in a refrigerator and allow to marinate for 30 minutes.
3
Heat remainder of oil in a wok or heavy frying pan until beginning to smoke, then stir-fry fish for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat, then stir in onions and half of dill.
4
Top noodles in each bowl with fish, then cover with remaining dill and basil, then sprinkle with peanuts and serve with Nuoc Cham sauce and serve immediately.

190

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 pound vermicelli, 2 tablespoons nuoc mam, 1/2 teaspoon turmeric, 2 teaspoons ground ginger, and more.

Yes, Cha Ca 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.

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