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    Singapore Noodles (Xing Zhou Mi Fen)

    Published: Feb 1, 2020 · Modified: Feb 25, 2021 This post may contain affiliate links · This blog generates income via ads · 20 Comments

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    Singapore Noodles

    Learn how to make a restaurant-style Singapore noodles, also known as Xing Zhou Mi Fen dish at home. This fast-food, a favorite take out noodle dish is made with rice vermicelli and seasoned with curry powder and soy sauce. The noodles are stir-fried with fresh vegetables, eggs, and shrimp. It's so flavorful and easy to make! Even better, it's made without MSG!

    Fried Bee Hoon with Curry Seasoning

    This signature Singapore noodles dish is one of the most popular take-out menu items at some favorite Asian restaurants!

    Singapore Noodles

    This dish is also known as Fried Bee Hoon or Xing Zhou Mi Fen 星洲米粉 (stir-fried rice noodles with curry powder) in Singapore but is often found in Chinese, Hong Kong, or Vietnamese restaurant menus here in the USA.

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    Today, I am going to show you how to make this easy fried bee hoon recipe to try at home. It's the perfect one-pot meal and is so satisfying. This noodle recipe tastes better than take-out, and can be ready in less than 30 minutes!

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    The Ingredients for Xing Zhou Mi Fen

    To make this Singapore noodles dish, you will need rice vermicelli (also known as rice stick noodles, or Maifun or Bihun or Bee Hoon), curry powder, soy sauce, garlic, ginger, sugar, Shaoxing wine (can be replaced with dry sherry), fish sauce, scallions, onion, eggs, red bell pepper, bean sprouts, and shrimps.

    Stir Fry Noodles

    If you are not a meat-eater, feel free to use plant-based protein, such as tofu as a replacement ingredient for shrimp.

    In this recipe, I used McCormick curry powder. You can find the product at any grocers, such as Walmart, Target, Kroger/Ralph's.

    Now, let's talk about the cooking process of this Singapore noodles!

    Singapore Noodles

    Stir-fried Rice vermicelli with Curry Powder

    There are no tough tricks to cooking this, just a quick tip to not overcook your noodles! The right consistency of your noodles plays the most important part of this dish. Rice vermicelli only needs to be soaked in hot water (instead of being boiled).  They’re then drained and patted dry before they are ready for cooking.

    Singapore Noodles (Stir-fried Rice vermicelli with Curry Powder)

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    Below, I am going to highlight some of the most important steps to make this delicious noodle dish.

    ·   First, you will need to cook the egg in the form of an omelet. Set it aside and cut the omelet into small strips.

    ·   Second, you need to soak the dried rice stick noodles in hot water. Do not boil! This process should take about 2-3 minutes. Don't go too long as you’ll want to prevent a mushy texture.

    ·   Third, mix the main sauce ingredients. Set aside.

    ·   Fourth, cook the aromatic ingredients and vegetables.

    ·   Last, cook all the ingredients and sauce together. Adjust seasoning if needed.

    Stir-Fried Rice Vermicelli Noodles with Curry Powder

    Rice Vermicelli in Singapore Noodles

    Rice vermicelli is also known as rice sticks or rice stick noodles. They are thin rice-flour noodles commonly found in Chinese, Thai, Vietnamese, and other Southeast Asian cuisines. Please don't confuse rice vermicelli with cellophane noodles, or clear glass noodles that are made with mung bean or sweet potato starch.

    Xing Zhou Mi Fen Singapore Noodles

    Rice vermicelli is often used in stir-fries, soup or spring rolls. It only requires soaking in hot water, not boiling. You can find rice vermicelli at any Asian grocers, select Sprouts locations, Kroger, Target, or Walmart stores. It's very inexpensive; I paid around $1.99 per 16 oz bag while Sprouts sells a good one for $2.99 per 6 oz bag.

    Singapore Noodles (Stir-fried Rice vermicelli with Curry Powder)

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    Singapore Noodles

    Rika
    Learn how to make the Singapore noodles dish, stir-fried rice noodles with curry powder, at home. This fast-food, a favorite take out noodle dish is made with rice vermicelli and seasoned with curry powder and soy sauce. 
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    Prep Time 15 mins
    Cook Time 15 mins
    Course Main Dish
    Cuisine Singapore, Chinese, Asian
    Servings 3
    Calories 393 kcal

    Ingredients
     

    • 3 oz rice vermicelli or rice stick noodles
    • ½ pound raw shrimps, (about 15 pieces medium-size shrimps)
    • 1 cup fresh bean sprouts
    • 2 whole eggs, (lightly beaten)
    • ½ medium onion, (thinly sliced about 1 cup)
    • 1 whole red bell pepper, (thinly sliced)
    • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
    • 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
    • 1 teaspoon fish sauce
    • 2 tablespoon Shao xing wine, (or dry sherry or skip)
    • 3 scallions, (cut into thin strips, white and light green parts for stir fry, green part as a topping)
    • 2½ tablespoon vegetable/peanut oil, (divided)
    • salt, (if needed)

    Curry Sauce:

    • ½ tbsp + ¼ teaspoon curry powder, (or use more according to your liking)
    • ½ teaspoon white sugar
    • 2 tablespoon regular soy sauce
    • ½ teaspoon ground white pepper

    Instructions
     

    Preparation:

    • Soak the Noodles:
      Soak the dried vermicelli noodles in hot water for about 2-3 minutes, just until tender or follow the instructions on the product packaging. Don't go too long as you’ll want to prevent a mushy texture.
    • Curry Sauce:
      In a small mixing bowl, combine curry powder, soy sauce, sugar, and white pepper. Set aside.

    Make the Omelete:

    • Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a wok over medium heat. Cook the lightly beaten egg, tilt the pan to spread the egg mixture evenly. When the egg omelet is almost set, flip it over and continue to cook for another minute. Remove from the pan and cut into small strips.

    Stir Fry the Aromatic Spices, Vegetables, and Shrimps:

    • Heat 1 ½ tablespoon of oil in a wok, then add onion and stir fry for about 1 minute.
      Add garlic, ginger and red bell pepper. Add a pinch of salt, stir fry for 2-3 minutes or until the vegetables are crisp-tender. 
      Add shrimp, scallions, and the Shaoxing wine and stir fry for about 1 minute or until the shrimp are barely cooked.

    Cook the Noodles with Curry Sauce:

    • Add noodles into the wok, pour the curry soy sauce mixture, add fish sauce, then keep stirring until the noodles and the other ingredients are soaked in the sauce. Adjust seasoning with salt/pepper if needed. 
    • Remove from the heat. Garnish with chopped scallions and fresh bean sprouts. Serve and enjoy!

    Notes

    For a bolder and spicier taste, you can add about ¼ teaspoon of curry powder. 
    You can find fresh bean sprouts at select Kroger/Ralph's, Vons, Walmart, Sprouts, Whole Foods stores. 
    Shaoxing wine is available at Asian grocers or select Kroger/Ralph's stores. I bought the cooking wine from my local Asian store for about $1.99-$3.99/ bottle. 
    McCormick curry powder is available at select Kroger/Ralph's, Vons, Walmart, Sprouts, Target stores. 
    Thai Fish sauce is available at select Kroger/Ralph's, Vons, Walmart, Sprouts, Whole Foods stores, around $2.59 per bottle. 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 393kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 24gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 300mgSodium: 1517mgPotassium: 360mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1544IUVitamin C: 63mgCalcium: 165mgIron: 4mg
    Keyword Singapore Noodles, Stir-Fried Rice Vermicelli, Rice Stick Noodles
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    1. Swathi

      April 23, 2020 at 10:29 pm

      5 stars
      Singapore noodles looks delicious it is better than any take out I need to try it. Lot of flavors going int this comfort meal.

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    2. Ana

      April 26, 2020 at 10:31 am

      5 stars
      I love noodles and your Singapore noodles look incredibly delicious! I'd love to try it!

      Reply
    3. Sharon

      May 15, 2020 at 11:25 am

      5 stars
      Made this today,it was amazing so tasty and vibrant
      Thanks 👌

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      • Rika Livingston

        May 15, 2020 at 11:28 am

        You're welcome! I am so glad that you liked this recipe, Sharon! Thanks for sharing your feedback!

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