Steamed Garlic Shrimp with Vermicelli Noodles, SIMPOL!

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: salt

Tamari is gluten-free while salt is a basic seasoning.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier, while canola oil is more budget-friendly.

vermicelli noodles

🥗Healthier: zucchini noodles

💰Cheaper: spaghetti

Zucchini noodles are lower in carbs, while spaghetti is a cost-effective alternative.

shrimp

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: tofu

Chicken breast is leaner, while tofu is a budget-friendly protein.

Prepare a bed of julienned cabbage for the noodles.

Steam the vermicelli noodles until cooked.

Arrange the noodles on the cabbage bed.

Season prawns with salt and black pepper.

Prepare the sauce by mixing 3-4 tablespoons of soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of sugar, grated ginger, and half of the chopped green onions.

Add sesame oil to the sauce mixture.

Chop bird's eye chili and add to the sauce, adjusting for spice level.

Drizzle the sauce over the prawns and let them steam for 7-10 minutes.

Serve the dish garnished with fried garlic and remaining green onions.

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