Vietnamese Crab and Noodles

Name: Vietnamese Crab and Noodles
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 1 serving
Cuisine: Vietnamese
Ingredients: 2 ounces of cooked crab meat; 2 ounces of egg noodles; 2 tablespoons of oil; 1 tablespoon fish sauce; 1 teaspoon of garlic, minced; 1 teaspoon of chili flakes; 1/4 cup onion, diced; 2 tablespoons of chopped cilantro

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15 minTotal time

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423kcal / serving

Ingredients

For 1 serving

servings

2 ounces of cooked crab meat
2 ounces of egg noodles
2 tablespoons of oil
1 tablespoon fish sauce
1 teaspoon of garlic, minced
1 teaspoon of chili flakes
1/4 cup onion, diced
2 tablespoons of chopped cilantro

Ingredient substitutions

Egg noodles Wheat ramen noodles, cooked until just tender
Cilantro Chopped flat-leaf parsley
Chili flakes A small amount of finely chopped fresh chili

Nutrition per serving

Estimated values for 1 serving, 423 kcal

Protein19 g

Carbohydrates42 g

Fat19 g

Fiber 3 g · Sugar 3 g · Sodium 1050 mg

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This traditional Vietnamese dish is packed with flavor and a hint of spice. Enjoy the sweetness of crab partnered with hearty egg noodles!

Main Dish Vietnamese

Steps

1.Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add egg noodles and cook for 3-4 minutes or until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2.Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat with oil. Once hot, add onion, garlic, and chili flakes and sauté for 2 minutes.
3.Add crab meat and sauté for another 2 minutes.
4.Add egg noodles, fish sauce, and half a cup of water. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently.
5.Add cilantro and
mix everything together. Serve hot.

Tips for Vietnamese Crab and Noodles

The noodles should feel springy rather than soft; they will continue cooking briefly in the skillet.
Because the crab is already cooked, avoid prolonged cooking, which can make it dry and stringy.
Use a wide skillet so the noodles can be tossed evenly without breaking.

Drink pairing

A dry, crisp Riesling
Its bright acidity complements the sweet crab and savory fish sauce while balancing the chili's gentle heat.

0% option: Sparkling water with lime

Storage

Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours in a covered container and use within 3–4 days. Reheat until steaming hot; the noodles may soften after storage.

Frequently asked questions

How can I tell when the noodles are done?

They should be tender but still springy, with no hard center; avoid cooking them until soft since they cook a little more in the skillet.

Can I make this ahead?

It is best freshly cooked. You can chop the onion and cilantro and mince the garlic ahead, but cook and combine the noodles and crab close to serving.