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Stir-Fried Wide Noodles with Rice Vermicelli

A flavorful dish that combines stir-fried rice vermicelli, fresh vegetables, and your choice of protein, delivering a delightful contrast of textures and tastes.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Chinese, Thai
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

Noodles and Protein
  • 5.3 oz thin dry rice vermicelli Choose a reputable brand for the best texture.
  • 4 oz protein of choice (optional) Chicken, shrimp, or tofu all work beautifully.
  • 3 eggs You can use 2 eggs if adding meat or substitute with scrambled tofu for a vegan option.
Vegetables
  • 5.3 oz Chinese broccoli (gai lan) If unavailable, try bok choy or regular broccoli.
  • 4 cloves garlic Fresh is best! Garlic powder can be used in a pinch.
Sauces and Seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons neutral oil Avocado or canola oil recommended for high smoke points.
  • 1/4 to 1/2 cup water Adjust depending on how much moisture your noodles need.
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce Try low-sodium if you're watching your salt intake.
  • 1 tablespoon Golden Mountain Sauce Substitute with a mix of soy sauce and oyster sauce if unavailable.
  • Few dashes black or dark soy sauce Adds richness to your noodles.
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper Can replace with black pepper if needed.
  • 4 teaspoons sugar Use coconut sugar for a variation.
  • 1-2 Thai chilies Optional for Chili Vinegar.
  • 2-3 tablespoons white vinegar Just enough to cover the chilies for a spicy vinegar condiment.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Soak the rice vermicelli noodles in room temperature water until they are fully limp, about 5-15 minutes. Drain and cut in half if you prefer shorter noodles.
  2. For a spicy kick, place your chopped Thai chilies in a small bowl. Add vinegar to submerge the chilies, and let it sit while you prepare the noodles.
Cooking
  1. Heat your wok over high heat, add the neutral oil, and cook your chosen protein until nearly done. Remove it from the wok and set aside.
  2. In the same wok, heat oil and add the minced garlic, stirring until the garlic turns golden and aromatic, about 30 seconds.
  3. Crack in the eggs, break the yolks, and let them set halfway before scrambling them into the mixture.
  4. Add in the soaked rice vermicelli and pour 1/4 cup of water over them. Toss everything together to combine.
  5. Add soy sauce, Golden Mountain sauce, black soy sauce, sugar, and ground white pepper. Toss the noodles until the liquid is absorbed and they appear glossy.
  6. If using meat, return the protein and any juices back to the wok, mixing well. Add more water a bit at a time if the noodles seem undercooked, but avoid overcooking.
  7. Toss in the Chinese broccoli until just wilted, ensuring it remains bright green and crunchy.
  8. Turn off the heat, plate, and serve with the chili vinegar on the side.

Notes

Keep an eye on the garlic, as it can easily burn. Feel free to customize the noodles with additional veggies like carrots, bell peppers, or snap peas.