Get ready to transport your senses to the vibrant streets of Vietnam with this incredibly fresh and colorful Vegan Banh Hoi recipe! Imagine delicate rice vermicelli woven like a culinary masterpiece, topped with crisp vegetables, fragrant herbs, and a tantalizing hoisin-lime dressing that will make your mouth water. This dish isn't just a meal - it's a light, refreshing experience that proves vegan cuisine can be both exciting and deeply satisfying.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: Vietnamese
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 200g rice vermicelli
- 1 cup bean sprouts
- 1 cucumber, julienned
- 1 carrot, julienned
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro
- 1/4 cup peanuts, crushed
- 2 tbsp hoisin sauce
- 1 tbsp lime juice
Instructions
- Prepare the rice vermicelli by soaking in warm water for 10-15 minutes until soft but not mushy. Drain thoroughly and set aside.
- While noodles are soaking, julienne the cucumber and carrot into thin, uniform strips. Wash and roughly chop the mint and cilantro leaves.
- Toast the peanuts in a dry skillet over medium heat until fragrant and lightly golden, then crush them coarsely using a mortar and pestle or the back of a knife.
- In a small bowl, whisk together hoisin sauce and fresh lime juice to create a quick dressing, ensuring it's well combined.
- Arrange the softened rice vermicelli on a large serving platter, creating a slight woven or layered presentation.
- Top the noodles with julienned vegetables, bean sprouts, fresh herbs, and sprinkle crushed peanuts over the top.
- Drizzle the hoisin-lime dressing evenly across the dish just before serving to maintain the freshness of the ingredients.
- Serve immediately at room temperature, allowing each person to mix the ingredients as they prefer.
Tips
- Noodle Preparation is Key: Soak rice vermicelli in warm water, but be careful not to overdo it. The noodles should be soft but still have a slight bite - mushy noodles can ruin the entire dish's texture.
- Freshness Matters: Use the freshest herbs possible. If your mint and cilantro look wilted, they won't provide the bright, aromatic flavor this dish requires.
- Toasting Technique: When toasting peanuts, stay attentive and stir frequently. They can go from perfectly golden to burnt in seconds.
- Dressing Timing: Add the hoisin-lime dressing just before serving to keep the vegetables crisp and prevent the noodles from becoming soggy.
- Customization is King: Encourage diners to mix their own portions, allowing each person to adjust the herb, vegetable, and dressing ratios to their liking.Pro tip: For an extra flavor boost, consider adding some thinly sliced green onions or a sprinkle of chili flakes for those who enjoy a bit of heat!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 280kcal
Carbohydrates: 45g
Protein: 8g
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 0mg
