Vietnamese Pork Turmeric Noodle Soup Mì Quảng with Best Recipes

shrimp

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Tofu provides a plant-based option while canned tuna is budget-friendly.

pork

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: ground turkey

Chicken breast is leaner, while ground turkey offers a cost-effective alternative.

fish sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: salt

Soy sauce is a vegetarian substitute, while salt is a basic seasoning.

peanuts

🥗Healthier: sunflower seeds

💰Cheaper: cashews

Sunflower seeds are nut-free and lower in calories, while cashews are often more affordable.

Prepare rice noodles according to package instructions until tender.

Soak the rice noodles in cold water for 10 minutes, then drain.

Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat until shimmering.

Add minced garlic and chopped onion, sauté until fragrant and translucent, about 2-3 minutes.

Add shrimp, pork, and chicken to the pan, cooking until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in turmeric and fish sauce, mixing well to coat the meat evenly.

Pour in broth and bring to a simmer for 5 minutes to meld flavors.

Add bean sprouts and cook for an additional 2 minutes until just wilted.

In serving bowls, place a portion of noodles and ladle the broth mixture over them.

Top with fresh herbs, chopped scallions, crushed peanuts, and lime wedges.

Garnish with sliced chili and banana flower if desired.

Serve immediately, allowing diners to mix ingredients to their liking.

Cooking Techniques

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