| Prep: 30 mins | Cook: 20 mins | Difficulty: Medium | Serves: 6 |
| kcal | fat | saturates | carbs |
| 520 | 20g | 8g | 50g |
| sugars | fibre | protein | salt |
| 5g | 3g | 35g | 1.2g |
Why I Love Thai Fish Vermicelli Noodles
One dish that I hold near and dear to my heart is the Thai-inspired Fish Vermicelli Noodles. This is a flavorful, aromatic recipe that combines all of my favorite things – fresh fish, a medley of herbs, and noodles, all brought together in a delightful dance of taste and texture in one bowl. Not all of my recipes have a lineage to my Irish grandparents or New England’s seafood, but the love of food, good flavors and trying on dishes from different parts of the world, remains a constant.
A Love for Fusion Flavours
What excites me most about this recipe is the sheer blend of various tastes that scream adventure. Noteworthy is the distinct tang of lime, the gentle kick of red chili peppers and the depth brought about by the fish sauce. Each ingredient contributes to a gastronomic journey that proves equally satisfying as it is exciting. Drawing inspiration from the famed Thai chef, Bo Songvisava, whose passion for mixing traditional Thai flavors with a touch of modern sophistication is something that I’ve always admired, this dish encapsulates the spirit of Thai cooking at its finest.
Exploring Beyond Comfort Food
Despite my strong ties to comforting Irish cuisines and succulent New England seafood, my culinary explorations aren’t bound by these. My food journey is a never-ending expedition, hunting down flavors that excite the palate and recipes that can become a part of family memories. With a beautiful bowl of Fish Vermicelli Noodles, enjoyed together with my fiancée Laura and our baby boy, we create bonding moments that go beyond our traditional family recipes.
Including this image, you can see that this recipe isn’t overly taxing to make, nor does it require ingredients that are hard to find. The harmony of fish and vermicelli, combined with the punchy flavors of chili, ginger, and lime, is something that everyone should try.
The next time you are in the mood for something different yet comfortably familiar, why not try a steaming hot plate of Thai Fish Vermicelli Noodles? It’s a delicious adventure on a plate that beckons you to go on, bite after tantalizing bite.
What You’ll Need
- 1.5 pounds of white fish fillets
- 12 ounces of rice vermicelli noodles
- 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil
- 3 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon of fresh ginger, grated
- 2 red chili peppers, finely chopped
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup of cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 tablespoons of fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon of soy sauce
- 2 cups of coconut milk
- 1/2 cup of fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon of sugar
- 1/2 cup of fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/2 cup of fresh basil, chopped
- 1/2 cup of fresh mint, chopped
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Method
Step One
Start by bringing a large pot of water to boil. Once boiling, add the rice vermicelli noodles and cook them according to the instructions on the package. When they are cooked, drain them and set them aside.
Step Two
While the noodles are cooking, heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic, grated ginger, and finely chopped red chili peppers. Saute these until they are fragrant, which should take about 2 minutes.
Step Three
Next, add the thinly sliced onion to the skillet and continue to cook until the onion has softened and become translucent. This should take about 5 minutes.
Step Four
Now, add the white fish fillets to the skillet. Season them with salt and pepper. Cook each side for about 3 to 4 minutes until they become opaque and can be easily flaked with a fork.
Step Five
At this point, add the halved cherry tomatoes, fish sauce, soy sauce, coconut milk, fresh lime juice, and sugar to the skillet. Stir everything together and let it simmer for around 10 minutes.
Step Six
Once everything has simmered, add the cooked vermicelli noodles to the skillet and toss them in the sauce until they are well coated. Allow everything to cook for another 2 minutes.
Step Seven
Finally, remove the skillet from the heat. Add the fresh cilantro, basil, and mint. Stir everything together until the herbs are well distributed. Top the dish with the thinly sliced green onions before serving.
