Craving a quick and flavorful dish? Singapore Vermicelli Noodles with Chicken is a surprisingly simple yet satisfying meal that will tantalize your taste buds.
Get ready to unlock the secrets to perfectly cooked noodles and a symphony of curry flavors!
About The Recipe
I'm telling you—beef is just like wine; you really do get what you're willing to pay for! So, if you're gonna splash out on a great steak, keep the recipe simple. You should, instead, concentrate on the side dishes to serve the steak with; you wanna nail a dinner that'll make any meat lover absolutely beam.
You're gonna start this easy recipe by aiming to bring your steak to room temperature because that's how—trust me. Half an hour if it's warm, maybe an hour if it's cool!
Season those steaks generously with salt and pepper—I'm talking right before you cook. Now, grab 2 x 10oz / 300g sirloin beef steaks, about 2.5 cm thick—the best you can find! Remember: simple! You could even use that nice steak to make a delicious beef fried rice.
Ingredients List
Now that we've picked out our steaks and got 'em ready, I'll walk you through what else we're gonna need! To start, grab two sirloin beef steaks—about 10oz each and an inch thick. Remember, you get what you pay for!
Next, you'll need two tablespoons of vegetable or canola oil, separated. And now, for veggies—one red bell pepper, deseeded and sliced into strips. Easy peasy!
Don't forget basic seasonings. Salt and pepper are essential! I would highly suggest using freshly cracked pepper — it really makes a difference. For the noodles, be sure to purchase rice vermicelli for best results.
For serving, homemade pesto is preferable—it's gonna be awesome! If not, you can use jarred pesto. Finally. let's grab some flatbreads for serving. That's about it, for our list!
Cooking Instructions
First, we've gotta bring our steak to room temperature—this'll take about 30 minutes if it's kinda warm, or an hour if it's cooler. Next, season your steaks really well with salt and pepper. Don't be shy—do it right before you cook 'em, alright?
Now, heat a tablespoon of oil in a heavy pan over pretty high heat. Wait until it smokes—that's when you know it's ready! Plop your steaks in and cook 'em for 2 minutes on each side if you want medium-rare.
Take the steaks out, put 'em on a plate, and cover loosely with foil. Let 'em rest for 5-10 minutes. While the steak rests, use one tablespoon of oil to cook the bell peppers until they're nicely charred. Don't forget the peppers!
Finally, I like to serve the steaks topped with those charred peppers. Oh, and pesto and flatbread on the side? Total knockout!
Helpful Tips
With the cooking instructions covered, let's chat about how to make this steak dinner even better. First off, don't skimp on the steak! Seriously, a good cut – like a sirloin – makes all the difference. Remember, you get whatcha pay for; think of it as an investment.
Bring that steak to room temperature before cooking. I know, it's tempting to just throw it on, but trust me, it cooks more evenly if you let it sit out for a bit – around 30 minutes to an hour.
Season generously. Don't be shy with the salt and pepper; it brings out the flavor. Plus, make sure your pan is screaming hot before you throw those steaks in. And just a playful tip, don't overcrowd the pan. Now, if you're lucky enough to have a grill, those flavors are even more amplified!
Short Recipe Version
Singapore Vermicelli Noodles With Chicken
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 20 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients:
- 8 oz Vermicelli Noodles
- 1 lb Chicken Breast, sliced
- 1 tbsp Curry Powder
- 1/2 tsp Turmeric Powder
- 1/4 tsp Red Pepper Flakes
- 1 Onion, sliced
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 Red Bell Pepper, sliced
- 1 Green Bell Pepper, sliced
- 4 Scallions, chopped
- 2 tbsp Soy Sauce
- 1 tbsp Oyster Sauce
- 1 tbsp Vegetable Oil
- 1 Lime, cut into wedges
Instructions:
- Cook vermicelli noodles according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- In a bowl, combine chicken with curry powder, turmeric powder, and red pepper flakes.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until browned and cooked through.
- Add onion and garlic to the skillet and cook until softened.
- Add bell peppers and cook until slightly tender.
- Stir in soy sauce and oyster sauce.
- Add cooked vermicelli noodles and scallions to the skillet. Toss to combine.
- Serve immediately with lime wedges.
Nutrition (Estimated per serving):
- Calories: 450
- Protein: 35g
- Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 45g