Tsao Mi Fun: A Delicious Taiwanese Fried Rice Noodles Recipe

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Tsao Mi Fun: A Delicious Taiwanese Fried Rice Noodles Recipe
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
40mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on January 02, 2024

Tsao Mi Fun is a popular Taiwanese dish made with stir-fried rice noodles, vegetables, and protein of your choice. This recipe is quick and easy to make, and it's packed with flavors and textures. Enjoy the taste of Taiwan in your own kitchen with this authentic and delicious Tsao Mi Fun recipe.

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces rice noodles
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 carrot, julienned
  • 1 bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup shredded cabbage
  • 8 ounces protein (chicken, beef, shrimp, or tofu), thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon white pepper
  • 2 green onions, chopped
  • Lime wedges, for serving

Directions

  1. Soak the rice noodles in warm water for 10 minutes or until softened. Drain and set aside.
  2. Heat vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Add minced garlic and sliced onion. Stir-fry until fragrant and onions are translucent.
  4. Add julienned carrot, sliced bell pepper, and shredded cabbage. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes or until vegetables are tender-crisp.
  5. Push the vegetables to one side of the wok and add the protein (chicken, beef, shrimp, or tofu). Stir-fry until cooked through.
  6. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, fish sauce, sugar, and white pepper. Pour the sauce over the vegetables and protein.
  7. Add the soaked and drained rice noodles to the wok. Toss everything together to combine.
  8. Continue to stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes or until the noodles are heated through and evenly coated with the sauce.
  9. Garnish with chopped green onions and serve hot with lime wedges on the side.

Interesting Facts

  • Tsao Mi Fun is a popular street food in Taiwan.
  • This dish is often served with pickled vegetables on the side.
  • The name 'Tsao Mi Fun' translates to 'stir-fried rice noodles' in English.
  • In Taiwan, Tsao Mi Fun is commonly eaten for lunch or dinner.