Shrimp Chow Fun

Method8 steps · about 25 min

1. 1

   Step 1: Peel and devein the 5 oz shrimp, using medium shrimp if possible so they cook evenly. Mix with the 1 tsp cornstarch; no additional water is needed when the shrimp are already damp. Keep chilled while preparing the noodles and vegetables.

   Uses 5 oz shrimp · 1 tsp cornstarch

   
2. 2

   Step 2: Thinly slice the 3 oz onion and cut the 1/2 oz green onion into 1 1/2-inch pieces.

   Uses 3 oz onion · 1/2 oz green onion

   
3. 3

   Step 3: Spread the 1 lb fresh flat rice noodles on a cutting board. Gently massage and separate them for about 60–90 seconds to break up compressed clumps without tearing the noodles.

   Uses 1 lb fresh flat rice noodles

   
4. 4

   Step 4: Heat a suitable uncoated wok over high heat for about 3–5 minutes until very hot. Add the 1 tbsp vegetable oil and swirl to coat the cooking surface.

   Uses 1 tbsp vegetable oil, for the shrimp

   
5. 5

   Step 5: Add the coated shrimp and cook for about 60–90 seconds, turning halfway through, until firm, pearly and opaque. Transfer to a bowl.

   Cook the shrimp until firm, pearly and opaque · 2 minUses Cornstarch-coated peeled shrimp · Heated oiled wok

   
6. 6

   Step 6: Add the additional vegetable oil as needed, then the sliced onion. Cook for 20–30 seconds until fragrant. Add the separated fresh rice noodles and gently toss or flip with chopsticks so they begin to turn slightly golden. Cook for about 4 minutes before starting the next step; the total noodle-cooking time across both steps is about 9–10 minutes.

   First noodle-frying phase before adding seasonings · 4 minUses Additional vegetable oil, as needed for the onions and noodles · Thinly sliced onion · Separated fresh flat rice noodles

   
7. 7

   Step 7: After those first 4 minutes, gradually add the 2 tbsp light soy sauce, cooked shrimp, prepared green onion and 1 tsp chicken bouillon while gently tossing the noodles. Add the 6 oz bean sprouts only for the final 2–3 minutes of the total 9–10-minute noodle-cooking period, keeping them crisp. Add sesame oil to taste and finish tossing until the noodles are hot and evenly seasoned.

   Uses Partly fried rice noodles and onion · Cooked shrimp · Prepared green onion · 2 tbsp light soy sauce · 1 tsp chicken bouillon · 6 oz bean sprouts · Sesame oil, to taste

   
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   Step 8: Transfer the finished shrimp chow fun to a serving dish and serve promptly.

   Uses Finished shrimp chow fun