Doing The Dishes: Myanmar Mohinga

fish

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Tofu provides a plant-based option, while canned tuna is more affordable.

rice noodles

🥗Healthier: zucchini noodles

💰Cheaper: spaghetti

Zucchini noodles are lower in carbs, and spaghetti is often less expensive.

fish sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: salt

Soy sauce offers a similar umami flavor, while salt is a basic alternative.

hard-boiled eggs

🥗Healthier: avocado

💰Cheaper: scrambled eggs

Avocado adds creaminess, and scrambled eggs are a cost-effective protein.

Chop lemongrass into pieces, removing tops and bottoms.

Prepare shallots, ginger, and garlic; shave ginger with the back of a knife and chop into chunks.

Cut catfish fillets into about one-inch cubes.

Season catfish cubes with salt, pepper, chili powder, and a heavy amount of turmeric.

In a pot, combine catfish, lemongrass, 10 cups of water, salt, pepper, and about a quarter cup of fish sauce; bring to a boil.

In a skillet, heat coconut oil and add ginger, garlic, and shallots; cook until translucent.

Add the seasoned catfish mixture to the skillet and stir well; cover and let simmer.

Make a slurry with rice flour and chickpea flour using one cup of broth from the boiling pot; stir well and add to the dish.

Add the rest of the catfish mixture to the pot and stir well.

Soak rice noodles in warm water for about two minutes until ready.

Drain rice noodles and plate them; ladle in the catfish broth and top with hard-boiled eggs, cilantro, and lime.

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