Crispy Rice Vermicelli with Seafood in Coconut Sauc

Name: Crispy Rice Vermicelli with Seafood in Coconut Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups (500 ml) vegetable oil; 1/4 cup (50 ml) chopped shallots or onions; 2 tsp (10 ml) minced garlic; 1 to 3 tsp (5 to 15 ml) finely chopped chilies; 2 tsp (10 ml) minced ginger root; 3 anchovies, chopped, or 1 tbsp (15 ml) fish sauce; 2 bay leaves; 1 stalk lemongrass (optional), cut into short lengths; 1 tbsp (15 ml) finely chopped celery; 1 tbsp (15 ml) chopped parsley; 1/2 tsp ( 2 ml) black pepper; 1 can (14 oz [400 ml]) coconut milk; 1/4 tsp (1 ml) salt; 1 package (16 oz [450 g]) thin rice vermicelli; 3 garlic cloves, thinly sliced; 4 green onions, cut into short lengths; 2 to 4 finger chilies, cut into short lengths; 24 mussels or small clams; 12 to 18 shrimp, peeled and deveined; 8 oz (250 g) fish fillet, cut into 4 pieces

Servings: persons

2 cups (500 ml) vegetable oil
1/4 cup (50 ml) chopped shallots or onions
2 tsp (10 ml) minced garlic
1 to 3 tsp (5 to 15 ml) finely chopped chilies
2 tsp (10 ml) minced ginger root
3 anchovies, chopped, or 1 tbsp (15 ml) fish sauce
2 bay leaves
1 stalk lemongrass (optional), cut into short lengths
1 tbsp (15 ml) finely chopped celery
1 tbsp (15 ml) chopped parsley
1/2 tsp ( 2 ml) black pepper
1 can (14 oz [400 ml]) coconut milk
1/4 tsp (1 ml) salt
1 package (16 oz [450 g]) thin rice vermicelli
3 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
4 green onions, cut into short lengths
2 to 4 finger chilies, cut into short lengths
24 mussels or small clams
12 to 18 shrimp, peeled and deveined
8 oz (250 g) fish fillet, cut into 4 pieces

1
In a saucepan, heat 1 tbsp (15 ml) of the oil over medium-high heat; cook shallots until golden.
2
Stir in garlic; cook until golden.
3
Stir in chilies and ginger; cook until softened.
4
Stir in anchovies (if using), bay leaves, lemon grass (if using), celery, parsley and pepper; cook, stirring, until fragrant.
5
Stir in coconut milk, salt and fish sauce (if using); bring to a boil, reduce heat to simmer and cook 2 minutes.
6
Set aside.
7
Divide rice vermicelli into 4 equal portions.
8
In a deep saucepan or wok, heat remaining oil to 350 F (180 C); cook 1 portion of noodles until they swell and turn crispy, turning once.
9
With a strainer, remove noodles from wok; drain on paper towels.
10
Repeat with remaining noodles.
11
Remove all but 2 tbsp (25 ml) of the oil from the wok; cook garlic until golden and crisp.
12
Remove with a slotted spoon; drain on paper towel.
13
Bring coconut sauce to a simmer over medium heat.
14
Stir in green onion, chilies, mussels, shrimp and fish; cover and cook until shellfish opens and fish is cooked through.
15
Put one portion of noodles on each of 4 plates; spoon seafood coconut sauce over top.
16
Serve garnished with fried garlic.

1772

kcal

Calories

124

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups (500 ml) vegetable oil, 1/4 cup (50 ml) chopped shallots or onions, 2 tsp (10 ml) minced garlic, 1 to 3 tsp (5 to 15 ml) finely chopped chilies, and more.

Yes, Crispy Rice Vermicelli with Seafood in Coconut Sauce falls under the Seafood 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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Crispy Rice Vermicelli with Seafood in Coconut Sauce

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