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Crispy Fujian Seafood Vermicelli

Golden-fried rice vermicelli tossed with shrimp, squid, and a savory-umami sauce that clings to every strand. Restaurant-quality in 25 minutes, one skillet.

Total time
25 min
Servings
2
Calories
520
Protein
28g
Crispy Fujian Seafood Vermicelli
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Ingredients

  • 4 oz dried rice vermicelli
  • ½ lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • ¼ lb squid, cleaned and cut into rings
  • 3 tbsp oyster sauce
  • 1.5 tbsp soy sauce
  • 3 whole scallions, white and green parts separated, chopped
  • 3 whole garlic cloves, minced
  • 3 tbsp neutral cooking oil

Instructions

  1. 1

    Boil vermicelli in salted water for 4 minutes until just tender. Drain and spread on a plate to dry, about 3 minutes.

  2. 2

    Heat 1.5 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Pat shrimp and squid dry, add to the pan, sear 2 minutes per side until opaque. Transfer to a plate.

  3. 3

    Add remaining 1.5 tbsp oil to the skillet. Add garlic and scallion whites, stir for 30 seconds until fragrant.

  4. 4

    Toss in the dried vermicelli, breaking up clumps. Stir constantly for 3 minutes until golden and crispy at the edges.

  5. 5

    Pour oyster and soy sauce over the noodles. Return shrimp and squid to the skillet, toss for 1 minute until coated and hot.

  6. 6

    Scatter scallion greens over the top and serve immediately from the skillet.

Tools you’ll need

  • large pot for boiling
  • 12-inch skillet
  • wooden spoon or spatula
  • plate

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