Mi Quang
Fragrant turmeric-scented noodles topped with a savory pork-and-shrimp broth, crunchy peanuts, and a mound of fresh herbs and sprouts. Bright lime and toasted rice crackers add contrast to the warm, lightly saucy noodle bowl.
8 oz rice noodles, wide, dried or fresh if available
½ lb pork shoulder, thinly sliced
8 oz shrimp, peeled, deveined
6 cup chicken broth
2 cup water
1 tsp turmeric, ground
3 tbsp fish sauce
2 shallot, thinly sliced
3 clove garlic, minced
1 tsp brown sugar
1 pinch salt
2 tbsp vegetable oil
4 oz peanuts, lightly toasted, roughly chopped
1 tsp sesame oil
2 eggs, lightly beaten
2 cup bean sprouts, rinsed
2 stalk scallion, thinly sliced on bias
1 bunch cilantro, leaves picked
1 bunch thai basil, leaves picked
1 bunch mint, leaves picked
2 lime, cut into wedges
8 rice crackers, to serve
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)
Nutritional information is calculated using an ingredient database and should be considered an estimate.
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