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Vietnamese Rice Noodles Recipe

Published: June 9, 2025 Prep Time: About 20 minutes Cook Time: 10 minutes Total Time: 30 minutes Serves: 4 Difficulty: Medium Category: Main Course Cuisine: Vietnamese

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces rice noodles
  • 1/2 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1/2 pound chicken breast, sliced thin
  • 2 cups bean sprouts
  • 1 cucumber, julienned
  • 1 carrot, julienned
  • 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro
  • 1/4 cup roasted peanuts, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fish sauce
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 red chili, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Instructions

  1. Cook rice noodles according to package directions, drain and rinse with cold water.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together fish sauce, lime juice, sugar, rice vinegar, garlic, and chili.
  3. Heat oil in a large wok over high heat.
  4. Add chicken and cook for 3-4 minutes until cooked through.
  5. Add shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes until pink.
  6. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  7. In a large bowl, combine noodles, chicken, shrimp, bean sprouts, cucumber, and carrot.
  8. Pour dressing over and toss to combine.
  9. Garnish with mint, cilantro, and peanuts.
  10. Serve immediately.

Special Notes

This refreshing Vietnamese noodle dish is perfect for hot summer days. The combination of fresh vegetables, herbs, and tangy dressing creates a light and flavorful meal. The key is to not overcook the noodles and to serve the dish immediately while the vegetables are still crisp. It's a great way to enjoy authentic Vietnamese flavors at home.