COOL NOODLES WITH VIETNAMESE GARNISHES

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This recipe comes from the Thai city of Chai Phumi, which has a large Vietnamese population. It is one of my favorite summertime specials at Saffron, a wonderful Thai restaurant in San Diego.

Provided by Jostlori

Categories     Poultry

Time 55m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 teaspoon sea salt
4 garlic cloves, minced
9 -10 fresh bird chiles or 5 -6 serrano chilies, minced
3 tablespoons sugar
1/4 cup palm sugar or 1/4 cup light brown sugar
2/3 cup rice vinegar
5 tablespoons fish sauce (namm pla)
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
3/4 lb ground turkey
2 stalks lemongrass, white part only, minced
1 teaspoon Madras curry powder
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
3 bundles rice vermicelli (9 oz)
1/4 lb fresh bean sprout
1/4 lb green beans, parboiled
1 small fennel bulb, thinly sliced
8 sprigs cilantro, coarsely chopped

Steps:

  • SAUCE:.
  • In a mortar, with a pestle, pound the sea salt and garlic into a paste. Add the chiles and pound to a paste. Transfer the mixture to a small mixing bowl and set aside.
  • In a small saucepan, combine the sugar, palm sugar, vinegar and fish sauce and cook, stirring , over medium low heat until the sugar is dissolved, about 2 minutes.
  • Cool, then add to the pounded paste, mix well and set aside.
  • TURKEY:.
  • In a 12 inch skillet, heat th eoil over high heat for 1-2 minutes or until very hot. Add the ground turkey and cook, stirring to separate and crumble the meat, until evenly browned.
  • Add the lemongrass, curry powder and sea salt, mix well, and cook, stirring, for another 2 minutes.
  • Transfer to a serving bowl and cover until ready to serve.
  • NOODLE NESTS:.
  • In a 6 qt saucepan, bring 5 cups water to a boil. Drop the noodeles into the boiling water and stir to separate the strands. Let boil vigorously for 2 mintues.
  • Drain and rinse with several changes of cold water. Then fill saucepan with water and return noodles to pan.
  • With your middle or index finger, scoop up a 1 inch bundle of noodles. Squeeze out excess water with your other hand.
  • Twist the noodles into a figure 8 bundle then fold over to make a circular nest and place on a large serving platter. Repeat with rest of noodles.
  • TO SERVE:.
  • Place a bowl of the chile sauce in the center of a large platter. Arrange the nests of noodles on one side and mounds of the bean sprouts, green beans, fennel and cilantro on the other.
  • Set a bowl of the turkey topping nearby.
  • Have each guest put 3 or 4 nests on his or her plate, top with a couple spoonfuls of turkey, as well as the vegetable garnishes, then drizzle several spoonfuls of the sauce over the noodles, separating an loosening he strands so the noodles absorb the sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 233.1, Fat 11.4, SaturatedFat 2.1, Cholesterol 39.2, Sodium 1814.5, Carbohydrate 21.1, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 16.6, Protein 13.5

RC
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I'm so glad I tried this recipe. It's now one of my favorites!


Zeeshan Abbasi
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This is the best noodle dish I've ever had!


GALIWANGO KALIDHI
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I love how customizable this dish is. I can add or remove ingredients to suit my taste.


Janmuhammad Bhutto
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This recipe is a bit too spicy for my taste, but I'm sure it would be perfect for someone who loves spicy food.


ALVI'S VLOG
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but this dish turned out really bland. Maybe I didn't use enough spices?


Fulgence Mbuya
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover chicken. It's also a great make-ahead meal for busy weeknights.


ywatyvion Butler
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I'm not a huge fan of Vietnamese food, but this dish was surprisingly good. I'll definitely be making it again.


Arida Islam ariya
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This is my go-to recipe for a light and healthy lunch. I love the versatility of the dish - I can add or remove ingredients to suit my taste.


Felistas Adhiambo
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Meh.


Makyla Frost
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This recipe is a lifesaver on busy weeknights. It's quick, easy, and always a crowd-pleaser.


Nyadak Gatdet
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I made this for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone raved about it!


Kayla Mcneill
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Not bad, not bad at all. I've had better, but this is definitely a solid recipe.


Fake Crider
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This dish was incredibly easy to make and packed with flavor. I loved the combination of textures and the pop of freshness from the herbs.


Ladis Tensah
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This recipe was a hit at my last dinner party! It was so refreshing and flavorful. My friends couldn't get enough of it.


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