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Notes on noodles: Traditionally rice sticks are used for this dish.
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I decided to go with an extra thin egg noodle.
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You can also substitute thin spaghetti.
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Cook the pasta according to the package instructions.
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Be careful not to overcook the pasta (you want it just shy of al dente).
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These noodles cooked in boiling water for 4 minutes.
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I rinsed them with cold water after draining them to stop the cooking process.
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I also did not salt the noodles because I wanted them to absorb the soy sauce and fish sauce later.
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Notes on the curry powder: The curry powder is the main flavoring to the dish so it is important to get the right kind.
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You cannot use any Indian type curry powder because it will not flavor the dish properly.
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I actually used a Vietnamese brand of curry powder because it delivered the right balance of spices.
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If you cannot buy Vietnamese curry powder, try Chinese.
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If that is not available try Madras curry powder.
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Directions: In a large wok or frying pan, heat 2 Tablespoons of canola oil over medium high heat.
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Add your chopped onions, scallion whites and peppers.
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Stir fry for 2-3 minutes.
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Next add your ginger and garlic and stir fry for 1-2 minutes.
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I actually used 2 Tablespoons of my pre-made ginger-garlic paste.
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See my TastyKitchen recipe box for my Ginger Garlic Paste recipe.
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Next add your curry powder and red chili flakes.
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I suggest you start with 1 Tablespoon of curry powder.
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Once the flavors bloom, taste and see if you think you need more.
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I added 2 Tablespoons total.
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Next add your shrimp and frozen peas.
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Stir fry until the shrimp starts to pink up and become almost cooked through.
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Next add your soy sauce and fish sauce.
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If you do not have fish sauce add more soy sauce.
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I personally like the combination of both flavors.
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Now the fish and soy sauce are the salt in your dish.
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So I suggest you season with them according to your taste.
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Also add some of the scallion greens here.
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Leave a few pieces for garnish.
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Add your cooked noodles to the pan and toss with all the ingredients.
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Toss for a few minutes.
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Taste for seasoning and if everything is fine, your dish is done.
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Enjoy.
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Garnish with remaining scallions greens.