Merry Christmas from The Nguyen's Family | Cooking with The Nguyens

fish sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: salt + vinegar

Soy sauce is lower in calories and can mimic the umami flavor.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Almond milk is lower in calories while still providing creaminess.

meat

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken

Tofu is a plant-based protein that is lower in fat.

herbs

🥗Healthier: spinach

💰Cheaper: cabbage

Spinach is nutritious and can be a good substitute for fresh herbs.

Prepare noodles according to package instructions.

Chop carrots, broccoli, and bean sprouts finely.

Marinate pork, beef, chicken, shrimp, or tofu in The Nguyen's Marinade Sauce for at least 30 minutes.

Heat a pan over medium heat and add oil.

Stir-fry the marinated meat or tofu until cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.

Add chopped vegetables and stir-fry until tender, about 3-5 minutes.

Prepare a dipping sauce with lime juice and The Nguyen's Traditional Sauce.

Serve the stir-fried mixture over noodles, garnished with lime.

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