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Chicken Vermicelli

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This Chicken Vermicelli dish is inexpensive to make and is ready in less than 30 minutes! 

Wanting another Vermicelli rice dish? Try my Singapore Shrimp Noodles

This Chicken Vermicelli recipe can be served with just about any type of vegetable you have on hand. Traditionally though it typically has julienned carrots, Bok choy and green onions.

is chicken vermicelli healthy

IS CHICKEN VERMICELLI HEALTHY

Yes, it has carbohydrates, protein and healthy fats. 

Chicken Vermicelli is also known as Singapore Noodles

Where do Singapore Noodles Originate

Despite it’s name it was not created in Singapore.

Singapore is known to be the hub of many cultures and many of their dishes today have been influenced by many different types of foreigners over the centuries.

Today you can find many different types of dishes eaten in Singapore. These noodles however are well known worldwide and are eaten by all types of people.

Some like them with meat such as shrimp, chicken, pork or beef.  And others like it purely vegetarian, which is good also.  

This dish is also very easy to prepare and can be ready to serve in under 30 minutes.

I used to order this often from my local Chinese restaurant, now I make it myself. 

Singapore noodles are made with vermicelli rice noodles, chicken breasts and seasoned with curry powder, and some other popular Asian ingredients. 

You will want to start with sauteing the chicken first, and meanwhile soaking the vermicelli noodles around the same time.

Preparing the vegetables ahead of time, and setting aside when you’re ready to make the dish.

The fantastic flavors of this dish is what has made it so popular all across singapore and now internationally.

The balance of flavors is so good here, and even though we are adding minced red chili paste for a little heat.

You will hardly notice it since the balance of the other flavors mellows it out nicely, so don’t be afraid to add that heat.

Feel like adding shrimp, go ahead it’s your dinner after all! 

I don’t know about you but this vegetable mixture is perfect, some people like to add red peppers but that is so wrong if you ask me.

The varieties of vermicelli rice noodles are endless, so choose your favorite brand and let’s get to cooking this delicious recipe!

You may want to add more soya sauce near the end, stir everything together well and taste before adjusting the flavor.

Looking for some added heat? Simply add in more of the minced chili paste, but be careful you only want a little more, it’s hot stuff.

If you liked this recipe? Then you will want to try my other ASIAN inspired recipes below!

Note:  You can make this with beef, Chinese pork, chicken if you prefer or just vegetables.

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Black Bean Beef Stir fry

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This Black Bean Beef Stir fry is made with a pre-made black bean sauce making it an easy dish that comes together in less than 30 minutes. 

Want another Black Bean recipe? Try my black bean chicken stir fry

Making this Black Bean Beef Stir fry is easy because it uses a pre-made sauce. There are a few pre-made black bean sauces on the market. My favorite is Lee Kum Kee Black Bean Garlic Sauce. 

I used to order this dish every time from our local Chinese restaurant,

Making at home myself save a ton of money vs ordering takeout. Plus, I like to add more peppers than most restaurants add, making it all the more better. 

You can add more peppers or onions as desired. Make them thin or thick as preferred!

WHAT IS BLACK BEAN BEEF

It is a popular Chinese dish that has marinated beef and vegetables all cooked together in fermented black bean sauce. 

HOW TO MAKE BLACK BEAN BEEF

  • You want to use either a Wok or Large frying pan
  • Then you will want to either have sliced beef or slice it yourself and place it into a shallow bowl to marinade (see recipe card below for marinating instructions) 
  • Once the beef has marinaded add it to the wok and sauté till cooked, remove and set aside
  • Add in the vegetables along with beef stock and black bean sauce and sauté on medium heat till the vegetables are tender
  • Toss back in the beef and toss all together to serve!

This delicious and authentic stir fry takes less than 30 minutes to make too, so what are you waiting for.

IS BLACK BEAN BEEF HEALTHY

Yes, it is packed full of fermented black beans, veggies and lean beef. 

Follow along for a mouthwatering dinner that everyone is sure to love.

This dish can be made with shrimp or chicken too which is also amazing. I had to do this dish right, so I tried it a couple dozen recipes from many sources to come up with my favorite version.

It has all the flavors you have come to know and love in a black bean sauce, and goes great served over rice.

Start by cooking your rice, because the rest takes less than 15 minutes. I like to use a mini rice cooker, just set it and forget it.

Then you will want to start with chopping the vegetables first, then setting them aside. Cut your steak into slices and place in a large frying pan or wok, sauteing till the beef is no longer pink. 

I don’t know about you but this vegetable mixture is perfect, some people like to add snow peas, and other veggies but that is not very authentic if you ask me. This is one of my favorite dishes and healthy too! 

The fantastic flavors of garlic and black bean sauce gives this dish it’s amazing flavor, and the cornstarch helps to thicken it up just right. Even though there is garlic already in the black bean sauce, it is still nice to add 2 more cloves.

You will hardly notice it since the balance of the other flavors mellows it out nicely, so don’t be afraid to add more garlic.

I hope you give it a try. There really isn’t much too it!

This healthy meal is sure to impress even the pickiest of eaters, serve alongside a big bowl of jasmine rice. 

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If you liked this recipe? Then you will want to try my other ASIAN inspired recipes below!

Chicken, Dinner ideas, Quick and easy recipes, Skip the takeout

Black Bean Chicken Stir Fry

Skip the takeout tonight and try making this Black Bean Chicken Stir Fry instead. It comes together in less than 30 minutes and is inexpensive to make.

Wanting another popular Chinese recipes to serve alongside this dish? Try my Chinese Squid or my Mushroom Fried Rice

Skip the take out, this tasty dish can be served in under 30 minutes.

Making this Black Bean Beef Stir fry is easy because it uses a pre-made sauce. There are a few pre-made black bean sauces on the market. My favorite is Lee Kum Kee Black Bean Garlic Sauce. 

WHAT IS BLACK BEAN CHICKEN

It is a popular Chinese dish that has marinated chicken and vegetables all cooked together in fermented black bean sauce. 

My dish here is made with red and green peppers, onions and chicken and then is tossed in a tasty black bean sauce.

I don’t know about you but this vegetable mixture is perfect, however you can add mushrooms, broccoli or snow peas if you like too!

HOW TO MAKE BLACK BEAN CHICKEN 

You will want to start by cooking your rice, and then marinating your chicken.

Because the rest takes less than 15 minutes. I like to use a mini rice cooker, just set it and forget it.

  • Start by marinating he chicken first in water and cornstarch mixture then fry it in oil over medium heat just enough to cook it.
  • Next remove it from the wok/pan to sauté the vegetables in a black bean sauce mixture for a while.
  • Just before adding back together with the cooked chicken sauté all together for a few minutes before serving. Pretty easy huh!

This delicious and authentic stir fry takes less than 30 minutes to make too, so what are you waiting for. 

Follow along for a mouthwatering dinner that everyone is sure to love.

Then simply chop up all the vegetables and cook according to the instructions below. 

The fantastic flavors of garlic and black bean sauce gives this dish it’s amazing flavor, and the cornstarch helps to thicken it up just right.

Even though there is garlic already in the black bean sauce, it is still nice to add 2 more cloves.

You will hardly notice it since the balance of the other flavors mellows it out nicely, so don’t be afraid to add more garlic.

If you liked this recipe? Then you will want to try my other ASIAN inspired recipes below!

I’m so thrilled you are reading one of my recipes, if you made this recipe I’d love to hear about it! Thank you very much for reading and until next time see ya in the kitchen. Don’t want to miss a recipe? Sign up for our NEWSLETTER delivered right to your inbox every Month!

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Easy Cashew Chicken Recipe

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This Easy Cashew Chicken Recipe is my go to recipe for whenever I’m craving a good Cashew Chicken dinner.

Looking for another similar Chinese recipe? Try my Kung Pao Chicken with Brussel Sprouts.

It tastes just like those in the restaurants, however it can be really tweaked to your personal liking.

So if you like more cashews add those, more broccoli vs carrots add those and so on. 

I have experimented with a few Cashew Chicken recipes over the years and promise you your going to love this one.

I’m the type of lady that has to try every Cashew Chicken dish whenever we go out to eat. I do this to compare really. And this recipe really rises above the rest!

So go ahead and Skip the takeout tonight and learn to make this iconic dish in the comfort of your own home. Impress yourself, I know you can do it!

Cashew Chicken is one of my favorite Thai dishes, I will order it everytime I go to a Thai restaurant. Some prepare it so well and others not. Sometimes you will find it to sweet and others will not have enough cashews or will just crush them making it hard to notice. 

So when I find a restaurant that does it well, I definitely will leave them a good review on tripadvisor. 

I love making this dish at home though, and that is because I can really tweak it to my liking. 

My dish is made with fresh chicken breasts, crispy broccoli, sliced carrots, fresh garlic and ginger and sauteed in an amazing asian sauce that you’re sure to love. 

All the ingredients found in this dish can be located at pretty much any large grocery. 

Once you learn to make this simple Cashew Chicken at home, you will be making it more often Guaranteed!

WHERE WAS CASHEW CHICKEN INVENTED

This is somewhat of a complicated question, today it is known to come from Thailand and is a very popular street food expectaill in Bangkok. However, most Thai people will say it was brought over by the chinese. 

IS CASHEW CHICKEN GLUTEN FREE

No, Cashew Chicken is not Gluten free. Because of the Oyster sauce and other asian ingredients listed.

IS CASHEW CHICKEN HEALTHY

Yes, just look at all those vegetables and lean chicken meat in this dish. Also it is a great meal option for those on a Keto Diet. Because it is made with Skinless Chicken breasts and an array of vegetables. 

The hardest part about making homemade Cashew Chicken is “chopping those vegetables”. Once you have that part done, the rest comes together in a snap.

This whole meal can be pulled together in less than 30 minutes.

HOW TO MAKE CASHEW CHICKEN STIR FRY

You can use a wok or skillet, I used a wok because that is what I had available. 

  • First you will want to start by rinsing and slicing the chicken then again into medium bite size pieces.
  • Then add the chicken to the bowl and marinade with cornstarch, salt and shaoxing wine.
  • For a minimum of 30 minutes in the fridge. 
  • Meanwhile, wash and prepare the vegetables. By dicing the broccoli florets along with the carrots. 
  • Then bring a wok/pan of water to a bowl, turn down the heat and add the broccoli florets in flipping over and over for 30 seconds.
  • Remove with a strainer and set aside.
  • Do the same with the carrots.
  • Once the vegetables have been simmered, keep the water in the wok/pan.
  • Then add in the chicken, be careful not to stir too much as you don’t want to marinade to all come off.
  • Simmer in the water for roughly 5 minutes till the chicken has poached
  • Remove the chicken, strain and set up top of the vegetables. 
  • Dump the water, then and the sauce to the same wok/pan.
  • Add back in the chicken and saute for 2 minutes before adding back in the vegetables. 
  • Saute all together adding in the cornstarch/water mixture and saute till thick for another 2 minutes
  • Serve and enjoy!

HOW TO MAKE CASHEW CHICKEN SAUCE

Some people use Hoisin sauce in there sauce, I prefer Oyster which makes it less sweet.

  • Oyster Sauce – feel free to use Hoisin
  • Soy sauce
  • Cornstarch
  • Sesame oil
  • Shaoxing wine
  • Chicken stock or Vegetable
  • Sugar
  • White pepper

IS CASHEW CHICKEN SWEET

Cashew chicken should not be only sweet, however there are some places that make it sweet. Traditional Cashew Chicken should have a balance of flavors. Which make it sweet, spicy and savory!

WHAT TO SERVE WITH CASHEW CHICKEN

Basmati rice goes really well alongside this dish.

If you liked this recipe? Then you will want to try my other ASIAN inspired recipes below!

Notes: This recipe can also be made with just about any meat such as chinese pork, beef or shrimp.  Plus, if you like a little more heat to your dish then feel free to add some red pepper chili flakes or some fresh chili paste. 

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Spicy Singapore Noodles

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These Spicy Singapore Noodles are made with rice noodles. And is a super simple and inexpensive recipe that can be ready in less than 15 minutes! 

My Black Pepper Shrimp recipe works well alongside this dish also.

With each bowl costs less than $2 dollars, you can defiantly indulged. 

What makes these noodles spicy is the addition of some red chili paste

SINGAPORE NOODLES 

  • Singapore noodles are a very popular street food in some parts of Asia. 
  • And are not made with flour like your typical noodles, rather they are made with rice. 

Plus, making them at home is nice because they can be ready in under 15 minutes!

So forget the takeout tonight and make this delicious dish  instead.

I used to order this often from my local Chinese restaurant, now I make it at home every time myself. 

WHAT GOES WELL IN SINGAPORE NOODLES

  • Shredded Chicken
  • Shrimp
  • Scallops
  • Tender pork, beef or lamb
  • Green Onions
  • Bamboo shoots

WHERE ARE SINGAPORE NOODLES FROM

As the name say’s it, they are said to have originated in Singapore, Hong Kong.

However today, despite its name. Some would argue that Singapore noodles are not solely from Singapore! Confusing eh?

Well not really, since Singapore is known to be the hub of many cultures.

Many of their dishes today have been influenced by many different types of foreigners over the centuries.

And so today you can find many different types of dishes eaten in Singapore.

These noodles are now well known worldwide, and are eaten by all types of people. 

WHAT’S SINGAPORE NOODLES

Singapore noodles are made with vermicelli rice noodles and bunch of seasonings. It is known for it’s sweet & savory curry flavor that has hints of  garlic, ginger and onions.

Which are all simmered in a chicken broth stock along with soy sauce, oyster sauce, fish sauce, sesame oil.

I tried Singapore noodles for the first time a few years back and have been addicted ever since. 

Some are made with shrimp, chicken or chinese style pork, while others are vegetarian.

I made mine with eggs today which work fantastic too.

HOW ARE SINGAPORE NOODLES MADE

Singapore noodles are always made with rice vermicelli noodles, that are tossed in a delicious sauce typically in a hot wok. Along with vegetables, scrambled eggs and a meat of your choosing. 

Such as shrimp, chicken, pork or beef.

CAN YOU REHEAT SINGAPORE NOODLES

Yes, just make sure that you are cooking the eggs fresh again or whatever meat you choose to add.

CAN SINGAPORE NOODLES BE FROZEN

No, you do not want to freeze them because rice noodles do not freeze well.

SINGAPORE NOODLE SAUCE

  • Curry powder
  • Sweet Garlic Chili sauce or Red Pepper flakes
  • Soya Sauce
  • Sesame Oil
  • Chinese cooking wine 
  • White sugar

SPICY SINGAPORE NOODLES

I like to spice this dish up by adding in 1 tbsp of red chili paste, however you can omit that if you prefer a less spicer dish. 

HOW TO MAKE SINGAPORE NOODLES

Place the vermicelli rice noodles in a large pot and cover with chicken stock and bring to a boil, turn down the heat and let the noodles soak till soft.

Remove the cooked vermicelli noodles and set aside.

Wash your carrots and green onions and then julienne the carrots carefully with a knife and chop the onions then set those aside.

Meanwhile whisk together in a small bowl 2 tbsp of curry powder, sesame oil, minced garlic and ginger, soya sauce and red chili sauce.

Then add 1 tbsp of cooking oil to your wok along with the sliced onion and saute for one mixture then remove.

In the same wok ad 1 tbsp of oil again and scramble the eggs then set aside.

Add the julienned carrots into the pan/wok and all the other ingredients along with the “liquid sauce” mixture.

Stir fry till all the vegetables are soft yet crispy.

Toss back in the strained vermicelli noodles,

Sautéing till hot.

Top with fresh cilantro or green onions. Enjoy!

MORE TIPS:

  • You will want to start by scrambling the eggs first and then soaking the vermicelli noodles after in hot water.
  • Preparing the vegetables ahead of time is a good idea too, I used carrots so I just julienne them.
  • Feel like adding chicken, pork or shrimp, go ahead it’s amazing too! Just make sure you are cooking that separately, then adding it to the cooked vermicelli noodles. 
  • The varieties of vermicelli rice noodles are endless, so choose your favorite brand and let’s get to cooking this delicious recipe!
  • You may want to add more soya sauce near the end, stir everything together well and taste before adjusting the flavor.

If you liked this recipe? Then you will want to try my other ASIAN inspired recipes below!

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Chinese Black Bean Stir fry

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This Chinese Black Bean Stir fry is made with chicken breasts, green peppers, broccoli and onions. 

Looking for another Chinese side dish to go with this one? Try my Mushroom Fried Rice

So skip the takeout tonight and make this popular dish in the comfort of your own home. Full of fresh vegetables and flavorful you are sure to want to make this again and again.

I have found that most restaurants that serve similar dishes will just serve a black bean dish with just green peppers and onions. However I really like to add crispy broccoli as well to this dish. It all goes so well together with the black bean sauce.

This recipe has similarities to my other black bean recipes on this site. So if your looking for something with beef or shrimp, be sure to do a search in the bar above.

This delicious and authentic stir fry takes less than 30 minutes to make too! So let’s get started. 

I don’t know about you but this vegetable mixture is perfect, however you can add mushrooms, broccoli or snow peas if you like as well.

If you end up giving this recipe a try, do let me know in the comments below. I would love to hear how you liked it 🙂

I am so thrilled you are reading one of my recipes, if you made this recipe i’d love to hear about it! Thank you very much for reading and until next time see ya in the kitchen. Don’t want to miss a recipe? Sign up for our NEWSLETTER delivered right to your inbox every Month!