Bamee Nam

Bamee Nam is a delightful Thai noodle dish featuring tender wheat noodles served in a flavorful broth, topped with fresh vegetables and succulent proteins. This dish offers a balance of savory and slightly sweet flavors, making it a perfect lunch choice.

Ingredients

• Wheat noodles - 200 grams
• Chicken breast, thinly sliced - 150 grams
• Vegetable broth - 500 ml
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Oyster sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic, minced - 2 cloves
• Shallots, sliced - 1 medium
• Carrot, julienned - 1 medium
• Baby bok choy, halved - 100 grams
• Bean sprouts - 50 grams
• Green onion, chopped - 2 stalks
• Chili flakes - 1 teaspoon
• Lime wedges - for serving
• Cooking oil - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. Bring a pot of water to a boil and cook the wheat noodles according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
2. In a pot, heat the cooking oil over medium heat and sauté the minced garlic and sliced shallots until fragrant.
3. Add the sliced chicken breast to the pot and cook until no longer pink.
4. Pour in the vegetable broth, soy sauce, and oyster sauce, bringing the mixture to a simmer.
5. Add the julienned carrot and baby bok choy, cooking for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
6. Add the cooked noodles and bean sprouts to the broth, stirring gently to combine and heat through.
7. Serve the Bamee Nam in bowls, garnished with chopped green onions and a sprinkle of chili flakes, with lime wedges on the side.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 25 g
• Carbs: 65 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8.5 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein from chicken, supporting muscle health and repair.
• Includes a variety of vegetables, providing essential vitamins and minerals.

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