Rice Noodles with Chinese Chives, Shrimp, and Pork

Name: Rice Noodles with Chinese Chives, Shrimp, and Pork
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 pound medium dried flat rice noodles; 1 1/4 teaspoons sugar; 3 tablespoons fish sauce; 3 tablespoons water; 2 tablespoons canola or other neutral oil; 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped; 1/2 pound shrimp, peeled, deveined, and chopped into pea-sized pieces; 1/3 pound ground pork, coarsely chopped to loosen; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon sugar; 1 pound Chinese chives, bottom 1/2 inch trimmed and cut into 3-inch lengths; 2 or 3 limes, quartered

Servings: persons

1/2 pound medium dried flat rice noodles
1 1/4 teaspoons sugar
3 tablespoons fish sauce
3 tablespoons water
2 tablespoons canola or other neutral oil
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1/2 pound shrimp, peeled, deveined, and chopped into pea-sized pieces
1/3 pound ground pork, coarsely chopped to loosen
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon sugar
1 pound Chinese chives, bottom 1/2 inch trimmed and cut into 3-inch lengths
2 or 3 limes, quartered

1
Place the noodles in a bowl and cover with hot tap water.
2
Let soak for 15 to 20 minutes, until they are pliable and opaque.
3
Drain and use scissors to cut them into 3- to 4-inch lengths.
4
To make the flavoring sauce, in a small bowl, combine the sugar, fish sauce, and water and stir to dissolve the sugar.
5
Set aside.
6
In a wok or large skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat.
7
Add the garlic and stir-fry for 15 seconds, or until fragrant.
8
Add the shrimp and pork and stir briefly to break up the meat.
9
Sprinkle in the salt and sugar.
10
Keep stirring, and when the shrimp and pork have turned color, after about 2 minutes, add the Chinese chives.
11
Because there is so much food in the pan now, use 2 cooking utensils to stir and toss the ingredients, ensuring even exposure to the heat.
12
(Think of tossing a big salad.)
13
When the chives have collapsed by one-third of their original volume, after about 3 minutes, add the noodles and combine well.
14
When all of the ingredients are well combined, give the flavoring sauce a stir and pour over the mixture.
15
Continue stirring and tossing for 2 to 3 minutes longer, or until the noodles and chives are soft and cooked.
16
Remove from the heat, squeeze 4 lime wedges (1 lime) over the noodles, and mix well to distribute the flavors.
17
Transfer to a serving plate and serve with the remaining lime wedges.

458

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 pound medium dried flat rice noodles, 1 1/4 teaspoons sugar, 3 tablespoons fish sauce, 3 tablespoons water, and more.

Yes, Rice Noodles with Chinese Chives, Shrimp, and Pork 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!