Vietnamese Rice Vermicelli Bowl

This quick and easy Vietnamese-style dish is packed with flavor and can be served as a light meal or as a side dish.

Steps

1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the rice vermicelli and cook for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water. 2. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute. 3. Add the carrots, bean sprouts, and green onions and cook for 2 minutes. 4. Add the cooked vermicelli, cilantro, hoisin sauce, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Stir to combine and cook for 2 minutes. 5. Serve immediately.

- 2 ounces dried rice vermicelli - 2 tablespoons vegetable oil - 1 clove garlic, minced - 1/2 cup shredded carrots - 1/2 cup bean sprouts - 1/4 cup chopped green onions - 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro - 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce - 2 tablespoons soy sauce - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar - 1 teaspoon sesame oil - 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes