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Mi Krop
(Crispy Noodles)

 
4 cups (1 qt / 1 l) oil
6 oz (200g)  rice vermicelli
Sauce  
1/2 cup (4 fl oz / 125 ml) vinegar
1/2 cup (4 fl oz / 125 ml) sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon tomato paste
3 tablespoons  garlic pickle (krathiam dong)
Garnish  
eggs, beaten (optional)
1/4 cup chopped green onions
1/4 cup chopped red bell pepper
1/8 cup chopped chives
4 oz (125g)  fried tofu, diced
1 tablespoon chopped cilantro/coriander leaves ( bai phak chi)

Instructions

In a wok or deep fryer, heat the oil to 375 F (190C) and fry the rice vermicelli until puffed. Remove and set aside. Combine the  sauce ingredients in a large skillet and  cook over medium heat for 4 minutes until of a syrupy consistency. If desired, fry  the beaten eggs in a small pan. When cooked, remove and slice into strips. Set aside. Add the noodles to the sauce  and mix quickly so that they are evenly coated. Place on a serving dish, sprinkle with garnish, and lay the egg strips on the top. Serve immediately.