Experience the Bold and Savory Flavors of Prawn/Shrimp Noodles: A Delicious Southeast Asian Dish You Must Try!

Prawn/shrimp noodles is a type of noodle dish that features succulent prawns or shrimp cooked in a flavorful broth with rice noodles, vegetables, and a variety of herbs and spices. This dish is popular in many Southeast Asian countries and can be found in different variations depending on the region. Some versions are spicy, while others are mild and savory.

To make prawn/shrimp noodles, you can start by preparing the broth. You can use a seafood broth or make your own by simmering prawn shells, onions, garlic, and other herbs and spices in water for about an hour.

Next, add the prawns or shrimp to the broth and cook until they turn pink and opaque. Remove them from the broth and set them aside.

Cook the rice noodles separately according to the package instructions, then add them to the broth along with vegetables such as bok choy, mushrooms, and bean sprouts. Add the prawns or shrimp back to the broth and let it simmer for a few more minutes until the vegetables are cooked through.

Season the broth with soy sauce, fish sauce, and other seasonings to taste. Serve the prawn/shrimp noodles hot, garnished with fresh herbs such as cilantro and green onions.

Overall, prawn/shrimp noodles is a delicious and healthy dish that's easy to make and full of bold and savory flavors.

Very tasty Prawn/shrimp Noodles ( Photo courtesy: ifbfreshcatch)

To make Prawn/Shrimp Noodles, you will need:

• 1 lb. of medium-sized prawns or shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 8 oz. of dried rice noodles
• 6 cups of seafood or chicken broth
• 1 tbsp. of vegetable oil
• 3 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 small onion, sliced
• 1 inch piece of ginger, sliced
• 2 stalks of lemongrass, smashed
• 1 red chili pepper, sliced
• 1 cup of sliced mushrooms
• 2 cups of chopped bok choy or other leafy greens
• 2 tbsp. of soy sauce
• 1 tbsp. of fish sauce
• 1 tsp. of sugar
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Fresh cilantro, lime wedges, and sliced chili pepper for garnish

Instructions:

1. Soak the dried rice noodles in warm water for about 15 minutes or until they become soft and pliable.

2. Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the garlic, onion, ginger, lemongrass, and chili pepper and sauté until fragrant.

3. Add the seafood or chicken broth to the pot and bring it to a boil.

4. Add the prawns or shrimp to the pot and cook for 2-3 minutes or until they turn pink and opaque. Remove the prawns or shrimp from the pot and set aside.

5. Add the sliced mushrooms and chopped bok choy to the pot and cook for 2-3 minutes or until they become tender.

6. Add the soy sauce, fish sauce, and sugar to the pot and stir well.

7. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

8. Drain the soaked rice noodles and add them to the pot. Cook for another minute or until the noodles are heated through.

9. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with the cooked prawns or shrimp, fresh cilantro, lime wedges, and sliced chili pepper.

Your delicious Prawn/Shrimp Noodles are now ready to be served. Enjoy this hearty and flavorful dish for a comforting and satisfying meal!