Mì Tôm

Mì Tôm is a vibrant and flavorful Vietnamese pasta dish featuring halal shrimp and aromatic herbs, offering a taste of traditional street food with a modern twist. This quick and easy meal is perfect for any time of the day, bringing a delightful balance of umami and freshness to your table.

Ingredients

• Rice noodles - 200 grams
• Halal shrimp - 200 grams, peeled and deveined
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Shallots - 2, finely chopped
• Vegetable oil - 2 tablespoons
• Fish sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Chili paste - 1 teaspoon (adjust to taste)
• Green onions - 2, chopped
• Coriander - a handful, chopped
• Lime - 1, cut into wedges
• Salt - to taste
• Pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Cook the rice noodles according to package instructions, then drain and rinse under cold water to prevent sticking.
2. In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and chopped shallots, sautéing until fragrant and translucent.
3. Add the halal shrimp to the skillet, cooking until they turn pink and opaque, about 3-4 minutes.
4. Stir in the fish sauce, soy sauce, and chili paste, mixing well to combine. Allow the sauce to simmer for 2 minutes.
5. Add the cooked rice noodles to the skillet, tossing everything together gently until the noodles are evenly coated with the sauce.
6. Season with salt and pepper to taste, and remove from heat.
7. Garnish with chopped green onions and coriander before serving. Serve with lime wedges on the side.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 25 g
• Carbs: 60 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 150 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from shrimp, supporting muscle health.
• Contains antioxidants and vitamins from fresh herbs and lime.

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