Mi Xao Chay

Mi Xao Chay is a delightful Vietnamese stir-fried noodle dish that is both nourishing and vibrant, featuring a medley of fresh vegetables and fragrant herbs. This dairy-free recipe offers a satisfying blend of textures and flavors, perfect for a light yet fulfilling meal.

Ingredients

• Rice noodles - 150 grams
• Vegetable broth - 500 milliliters
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
• Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
• Bell pepper - 1 medium, sliced
• Broccoli - 100 grams, cut into florets
• Snow peas - 100 grams
• Green onions - 2, chopped
• Cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Lime - 1, juiced
• Crushed red pepper flakes - 1/2 teaspoon (optional)

Steps

1. Soak the rice noodles in hot water for about 15 minutes or until softened, then drain and set aside.
2. In a large pot, bring the vegetable broth to a simmer and add the minced garlic and grated ginger. Cook for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
3. Add the julienned carrot, sliced bell pepper, and broccoli florets to the pot. Cook for an additional 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
4. Stir in the snow peas and cooked rice noodles, then add the soy sauce, sesame oil, and crushed red pepper flakes if using. Toss everything together gently and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
5. Remove from heat and stir in the chopped green onions, cilantro, and lime juice.
6. Serve hot, garnished with additional lime wedges and cilantro if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 65 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 7 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables.
• Contains plant-based protein from rice noodles and vegetables.

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