Halal foods: From burgers to Burmese noodles

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: pork

Tofu provides a plant-based option, while pork is often more affordable.

fish sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: salt

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

peanuts

🥗Healthier: sunflower seeds

💰Cheaper: cashews

Sunflower seeds are nut-free, while cashews can be less expensive.

rice noodles

🥗Healthier: whole grain noodles

💰Cheaper: egg noodles

Whole grain noodles add fiber, while egg noodles are often cheaper.

Soak rice noodles in warm water until softened, about 20 minutes.

Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onion, garlic, and ginger; sauté until fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in chicken pieces and cook until no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.

Add soy sauce, fish sauce, and chili oil; mix well.

Toss in softened rice noodles and stir to combine with the sauce and chicken.

Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.

Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Serve hot, garnished with chopped scallions, coriander, and lime wedges.

Sprinkle crushed peanuts on top before serving.

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