Deliciously Easy Faux Pho/Oriental Cellophane Noodl

Name: Deliciously Easy Faux Pho/Oriental Cellophane Noodle Shrimp Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 garlic cloves, very large cloves, minced; 12 sweet onion, chopped; 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 12 carrot, cut in half lengthwise & sliced into thin half moons; 1 stick celery, cut in half lengthwise & sliced; 3 (10 3/4 ounce) cans chicken broth, MUST BE Campbells; 12 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined; 1 (8 ounce) can sliced mushrooms; 1 (15 ounce) can bean sprouts; 3 34 ounces bean threads, Use only 2/3 (cellophane noodles); cilantro, handful, chopped; 1 scallions or 1 green onion, sliced; salt, to taste

Servings: persons

4 garlic cloves, very large cloves, minced
12 sweet onion, chopped
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
12 carrot, cut in half lengthwise & sliced into thin half moons
1 stick celery, cut in half lengthwise & sliced
3 (10 3/4 ounce) cans chicken broth, MUST BE Campbells
12 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 (8 ounce) can sliced mushrooms
1 (15 ounce) can bean sprouts
3 34 ounces bean threads, Use only 2/3 (cellophane noodles)
cilantro, handful, chopped
1 scallions or 1 green onion, sliced
salt, to taste

1
Chop vegetables as directed above.
2
Soak the bean threads in very hot water in a sauce pan for four minutes.
3
Place the pan on a burner and heat to just about boiling.
4
Remove from heat.
5
In a medium sized soup pan, sautee the garlic, onion, carrots, and celery with salt to taste, until the onion is soft and the other vegetables are tender crisp.
6
Add chicken broth, drained bean threads (cellophane noodles), shrimp, mushrooms with liquid, and bean sprouts.
7
Heat briefly until the shrimp is well cooked.
8
Serve each bowl topped with cilantro and green onion and the optional ingredients below.
9
HIGHLY Suggested but Optional: Bottle of red habanero sauce, plate of: lime wedges, fresh basil, and raw bean sprouts instead of the canned sprouts - serve the soup boiling hot and have each diner drop the fresh sprouts in their own bowl.

1949

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

363

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 garlic cloves, very large cloves, minced, 12 sweet onion, chopped, 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 12 carrot, cut in half lengthwise & sliced into thin half moons, and more.

Yes, Deliciously Easy Faux Pho/Oriental Cellophane Noodle Shrimp Soup 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Deliciously Easy Faux Pho/Oriental Cellophane Noodle Shrimp Soup

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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