This vegetarian bee hoon recipe is packed with flavor and makes a great option for lunch or dinner. The dish features rice noodles, fresh vegetables, and a delicious sauce that combines spicy, sweet, sour, and savory flavors.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- It’s a satisfying and flavorful meal that’s easy to make.
- It’s perfect for vegetarians who are looking for an exciting new recipe.
- You can customize the dish by adding your favorite veggies or protein sources.
Ingredient list of the recipe
For the noodle dish:
– 250g dried rice vermicelli (bee hoon)
– 1 small carrot
– 1/2 cucumber
– A handful of bean sprouts
– 1 red chili pepper
– A few leaves of lettuce
For the sauce:
– 3 Tbsp sambal oelek (chili paste)
– 3 Tbsp soy sauce
– Juice from half a lime
– Salt & pepper to taste
How To Make This Recipe
- Cook the noodles according to package instructions until soft. Drain them well.
- Cut carrots into thin matchsticks; cucumbers into slices; chili into small pieces; add chopped lettuce leaves to it and set aside.
- Mix all ingredients together in a bowl to create the sauce.
- Transfer cooked noodles onto serving plates/bowls & pour over prepared sauce mixture generously over each servings.
- Top with chopped peanuts/cashews if using.
Cooking time and temperature guidelines
There’s no specific cooking time or temperature required for this recipe as it’s mostly cold ingredients combined together with delicious dressing/sauce!
My Pro-tips
- Rinse cooked noodles under cold water immediately after draining so they don’t continue cooking & sticking!
2.There’s always room to customise the veggies! Add more of your favorites or swap some out!
Seasoning Options
- For a milder heat, reduce the amount of chili paste and add a bit more soy sauce.
- If you like it sweeter, combine honey with the other ingredients in the sauce.
Recipe Tips
- Adjust seasoning according to personal tastes as it could always be too spicy/sour/salty for any individual’s preference.
- Slices must be thin to make sure they cook through quickly & easily!
Recommended Tools to Make this Recipe
- Large pot for boiling noodles
- Cutting board and knife
- Mixing bowl
To sum up:
This vegetarian bee hoon recipe is easy, quick and divine in taste. Customize with your own preferences on vegetables or protein sources. Don’t forget to rinse cooked noodles right away under cold water to make sure it won’t continue cooking & sticking.
FAQs
1. Can I use other types of noodles instead of bee hoon?
Yes, you can substitute bee hoon with other types of noodles if you prefer or if bee hoon is not readily available. Popular choices include thin rice vermicelli, soba noodles, or even spaghetti.
2. Can I add meat or seafood to this recipe?
While this recipe is designed to be vegetarian and bursting with flavor from the use of a variety of vegetables and sauces, you can certainly incorporate meat or seafood into it if desired. Simply cook the meat or seafood separately according to your preference and then add it to the finished dish.
3. How long will leftovers keep in the fridge?
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. To reheat, simply microwave until heated through or stir-fry briefly in a hot pan until warm before serving again.
