- Prep
- 20 min
- Cook
- 30 min
- Total time
- 50 min
- Yield
- 4 servings
- Difficulty
- EASY
- Calories
- 450 kcal
Quick summary
“This delicious Rice Noodle with Vegetables and Chicken is a perfect combination of flavors and textures, serving 4 people. It is a practical and quick recipe that combines the flavor of chicken with the soft texture of rice vermicelli.”
What you need to know
- The rice noodles should be cooked according to the package instructions to ensure the perfect texture.
- The chicken is cooked in sesame oil to give a crunchy touch.
- The carrot, bell pepper, and zucchini are added to the chicken to give a touch of flavor and texture.
- Soy sauce is added at the end to give a final touch of flavor.
- The chopped chives are used to give a touch of color and flavor to the dish.
Ingredients
Main
- 200g of rice vermicelli
- 300g chicken breast cut into cubes
- 1 medium grated carrot
- 1 pimentão vermelho cortado em tiras
- 1 medium zucchini, diced
- 3 tablespoons of soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons of sesame oil
- 1 clove of garlic, minced
- Cebolinha picada a gosto
Instructions
Principal
- Start by cooking the bifum according to the package instructions. Normally, it takes about 5 to 7 minutes in boiling water.
- Meanwhile, in a large pot, heat the sesame oil over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute, until golden.
- Include the chicken cubes and cook until they are well browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the grated carrot, bell pepper, and zucchini, and sauté for another 3-4 minutes, until the vegetables are tender but crisp.
- When the bifum is ready, drain and add to the pan with the chicken and vegetables.
- Pour the soy sauce over it and stir well to incorporate all the flavors.
- Finish with chopped green onions and serve hot.
Chef's tips
- Make sure the chicken is cooked and golden before adding the vegetables to maintain the crunchy texture.
- If the soy sauce is in excess, it can be diluted with a little water to prevent the dish from becoming too wet.
- For a healthier version, sesame oil can be replaced by coconut oil.
Variations
- For a healthier version, you can replace the chicken with a vegetable sauce.
- For a more traditional version, a dash of black pepper can be added to the soy sauce.
- For a tastier version, you can add a little pea to the mixture.
Substitutions
- Black pepper instead of salt to give an additional touch of flavor.
- Lemon instead of soy sauce to give a more sweet and sour flavor.
- Carrot shavings instead of carrot to give a touch of texture.
How to store
This recipe can be kept in an airtight container and refrigerated for up to 3 days. After this, the dish can be stored in the freezer for up to 3 months.
Can it be frozen?
- It is not recommended to freeze this recipe, as the rice noodles may release water and change consistency.
- If you wish to freeze, you can freeze the chicken, vegetable, and rice noodle mixture, adding the soy sauce at the time of serving.
- Soy sauce should be diluted with a little water to prevent the dish from getting too wet.
What to serve with
- A fresh green salad to balance the flavor.
- A slice of homemade bread to accompany the dish.
- A cold drink to accompany the dish.
Frequently asked questions
How can I reduce the soy sauce flavor?
You can replace soy sauce with a mixture of soy sauce, white wine vinegar, and sugar.
Where can I find rice noodles?
Bifum is commonly found in supermarkets specializing in vegetarian food products or in Chinese markets. You can also find it in some specialty health food stores.
Can I use a mix of vegetables instead of carrot, bell pepper, and zucchini?
Of course, you can use a mix of vegetables that you prefer, like red bell pepper, zucchini, and carrot, or even cauliflower and carrot.
Can the chicken be replaced by another meat?
Yes, the chicken can be replaced by ground meat, for example, turkey meat or whole chicken meat.
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