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    MJ & Hungryman » Baby/Kid-Friendly Recipes » Dips/Sauces

    Vietnamese BBQ Shrimp Noodle Bowl

    By Min On June 9, 2014, Updated April 4, 2020

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    Vietnamese BBQ Shrimp Noodle Bowl

    Don't be fooled.  Although it may look like a million bucks (or so I think), this Vietnamese BBQ shrimp noodle bowl couldn't be simpler to make!  Again, I must give credit to where it's due.  The inspiration for this dish came from our good friends, Reese and Mark, at Season with Spice, a place where you will find an impressive selection of premium Asian spices.  With a desire to introduce people to the rich world of spices and to prove that healthy cooking can be delicious, they set up their online shop back in 2011.  Not only do their spices and handcrafted blends make food irresistibly tasty, but they somehow make cooking simpler at the same time.  They'll be opening an actual little storefront soon, and we couldn't be happier or more excited for their new venture.

    Vietnamese BBQ Shrimp Noodle Bowl

    We own several of their flavorful spice blends, including Vietnamese BBQ seasoning which is a mix of Chinese Five Spice, turmeric, ginger, cayenne pepper, and a number of other components.  Now try recreating that at home!  Their blends are seriously like magic - just a pinch can elevate any ol' boring dish to something that's salivate-worthy.

    Just as Reese and Mark suggest, the Vietnamese BBQ seasoning is especially great on meat.  Using their recipe as a base, I made some adjustments, mainly because of the ingredients I had on hand.

    Vietnamese BBQ Shrimp Noodle Bowl

    Note: Remember not to overcook your shrimp!  C = Cooked, O = )verdone.

    Vietnamese BBQ Shrimp Noodle Bowl

    As for the veggies, I leave this decision up to you.  You'll notice that even in the recipe, I don't give exact measurements.  Add whichever ones you like (bean sprouts would be good!) and as much or as little as you choose.

    Vietnamese BBQ Shrimp Noodle Bowl

    I used thin flat rice noodles rather than the usual vermicelli because that's what I had on hand (Pad Thai is one of our fav weeknight meals).  And thanks to the veggies from our CSA box, I did not have to make an extra trip to the store.  Even though I'm fortunate enough to live literally 5 minutes away from a grocery store, somehow that 5 minutes ends up being closer to 30 minutes real time, and that's time that could be better spent on other things - like taking a power nap or catching up on SYTYCD ;).

     

    Vietnamese BBQ Shrimp Noodle Bowl

    Let me tell you.  Reese and Mark totally hit the nail on the head with their spice blend.  Earthy, sweet, salty, spicy...I instantly thought of good grilled BBQ pork banh mi; only instead of pork, firm succulent shrimp was in its place.  Throw in the fresh veggies, the briny fish sauce, and some peanuts for crunch, and you've got yourself one light & refreshing meal perfectly suited for the brutal summer months ahead.  And if you're feeling really ambitious, egg rolls (normally fried but ours are baked bc as you know, I don't fry anything) tend to go hand in hand with this type of noodle bowl.  What a feast!

    Vietnamese BBQ Shrimp Noodle Bowl

    5 from 1 vote
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    Prep Time: 45 minutes
    Cook Time: 10 minutes
    Total Time: 55 minutes
    Author: Min | MJ and Hungryman

    Ingredients

    • 1 ½ - 2 lbs. shrimp
    • 2 teaspoon Season with Spice's Vietnamese Spicy BBQ Seasoning
    • 3-4 garlic cloves minced
    • 1 tablespoon fish sauce
    • 1 tablespoon canola oil
    • 1 tablespoon honey and sriracha optional
    • 8 oz. vermicelli I used thin flat rice noodles

    For assembly (per one bowl)

    • 4-5 vertically sliced cucumber slices
    • ¼ cup Shredded carrots
    • 3 tablespoons cilantro
    • 1 tablespoon roasted peanuts
    • lime wedges

    Nuoc Cham

    • ¼ cup lime juice
    • 2 tablespoon fish sauce
    • 2 tablespoon water
    • 1 tablespoon sugar
    • 1 garlic minced
    • 1 red chile minced

    Instructions

    • For shrimp: In a bowl, combine shrimp with fish sauce, garlic, and Vietnamese Spicy BBQ
    • Seasoning. Coat well. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.
    • In the meanwhile prep vegetables and noodles. For the noodles, place in a heat-proof bowl. Pour boiling water on top to submerge completely. Let noodles stand according to package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water.
    • For Nuoc Cham: Combine all the ingredients in a small bowl and set aside.
    • Heat a wok or large frying pan until hot, add oil, and swirl to coat the bottom. Add shrimp (and all the marinade). Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side or until they curl into "c" shape. Once they are done, toss with honey and sriracha if you choose.
    • Assemble bowls: Place noodles, veggies, and shrimp, and spoon over dressing (as much or as little as your choose).

    Notes

    Nutritional info: Calories 362; Total Fat 5g; Saturated fat 1g; Total carbohydrates 46g; Protein 32g; Sugar 4g; Sodium 986mg; Fiber 3g
    Adapted from: Season with Spice

    Nutrition

    Serving: 4g
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    About Min

    Thank you so much for stopping by! I am Min, a Registered Dietitian, a Christ follower, a wife, and a mom to our two miracle babies! Currently, I’m having a ton of fun feeding their tummies and sharing our baby led weaning journey! Follow me on Instagram if interested in seeing daily menu as well as tips and tricks.

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    Comments

    1. Angela says

      June 22, 2015 at 10:12 am

      What incredible flavors! Surely a delicious meal!

      Reply
    2. The Food Hunter says

      June 17, 2015 at 10:23 am

      great photos!

      Reply
    3. Chicory App says

      May 22, 2015 at 4:34 pm

      Cool recipe! I don't I've ever had this dish in Vietnam but it's definitely worth a try!
      We love your blog and recipes. Are you interested in becoming our recipe partner?

      Reply
      • Min says

        May 26, 2015 at 5:33 pm

        Thank you! Absolutely! I'd love to hear more 😉

        Reply
    4. Jen @ Yummy Healthy Easy says

      June 20, 2014 at 6:44 pm

      These bowls are absolutely gorgeous! I wish I could reach through the screen and grab one for dinner right now! Pinned!!

      Reply
    5. Suzanne says

      June 17, 2014 at 11:33 am

      Hello Min, so nice of you to pop over to my site via Instagram. I am loving your site here, all of your recipes look fantastic! I do love Asian flavors and this salad looks delicious and loaded with flavor. Enjoy your trip to Korea and all the foods from home, how nice you get to go.

      Reply
    6. Tammy @ creativekkids says

      June 15, 2014 at 10:15 pm

      My husband is half Vietnamese, so I picked this recipe to feature on the Bloggers Brags Pinterest Party tomorrow. Thanks for linking up!

      Reply
      • Min says

        June 16, 2014 at 7:52 am

        Thank you so much for the feature! Hope you guys enjoy this recipe ;).

        Reply
    7. Min says

      June 15, 2014 at 7:54 am

      Yay! I'm so so excited for you, Barclay! You won't be disappointed. Their spices are incredible. Hope you enjoy this recipe and good luck experimenting in the kitchen. Sounds like you're going to have tons of fun! 😉

      Reply
    8. Carrie Groneman says

      June 11, 2014 at 11:11 pm

      Oh wow, this looks so delish and it is making my mouth water. I want some right now! Thanks for linking up at Wonderful Wed Blog Hop. Carrie, A Mother's Shadow

      Reply
    9. Maryanne @the little epicurean says

      June 11, 2014 at 11:05 pm

      This is making me hungry! I'm going to have to check out that seasoning. By the way, three crabs is my favorite fish sauce to use 🙂

      Reply
      • Min says

        June 13, 2014 at 9:14 pm

        Thanks, Maryanne! Hehe is there any other kind ;).

        Reply
    10. Linda Warren says

      June 10, 2014 at 8:06 pm

      My husband and I have been on an Asian dinner kick lately - love anything and everything and this looks like the perfect thing to try next. Will have to look for that BBQ seasoning and love the fact that it has sriracha in it (its a new fav of ours). Your photos are great too! Thanks for sharing on Share Your Stuff Tuesdays.

      Reply
      • Min says

        June 13, 2014 at 9:15 pm

        Yes, the BBQ seasoning is amazing! I think you guys are going to love it. As for sriracha, welcome to the club!

        Reply
    11. Lori Hart says

      June 10, 2014 at 12:09 pm

      What a delicious looking dish! I'm ready to eat a big bowl of it right now. I found you over at the Treasure Box Tuesday link party. I host Tickle My Tastebuds Tuesday and would love it if you linked up this recipe. I’m sure our party goers would love it as much as I do. Here is the link https://bit.ly/1l4cu0j. Have a wonderful day!!

      Reply
      • Min says

        June 13, 2014 at 9:17 pm

        Hi Lori! Thank you so much for the invite! Just linked up ;).

        Reply
    12. Ashley | Spoonful of Flavor says

      June 09, 2014 at 8:42 pm

      This dish definitely looks like a million bucks and I am sure it tastes that good too! The spicy BBQ seasoning sounds incredible. I definitely need to give this recipe a try!

      Reply
      • Min says

        June 10, 2014 at 5:27 am

        It was really fun one to photograph as well! Thank you, Ashley, and I sure can't wait for you to try 😉

        Reply
    13. Sandra | Sandra's Easy Cooking says

      June 09, 2014 at 5:08 pm

      Now this looks and sounds incredibly delicious! Love Marks and Reese's spices...the best!!!
      This is must try...Pinning for later!!!! Thanks for sharing and have a great week ahead, Min!

      Reply
      • Min says

        June 10, 2014 at 5:28 am

        Hi Sandra! Yes, their spices are pretty amazing stuff. Thank you for stopping by and leaving me a sweet comment ;). Wishing you an awesome week as well.

        Reply
    14. Trisha says

      June 09, 2014 at 1:48 pm

      I love all the colorful veggies happening here. Pad Thai is a favorite of ours, but I think this is a perhaps healthier alternative! And I feel the same way about grocery stores---I feel so successful when I can cook dinner with what I have on hand and avoid taking a trip!

      Reply
      • Min says

        June 10, 2014 at 6:45 am

        Good morning, Trisha! I know! Aren't the colors lovely? Makes food photography a breeze ;). I'm glad to know I'm not alone. I swear I'm not lazy! hehe.

        Reply
    15. Jelli says

      June 09, 2014 at 1:14 pm

      Min, I'm ready to toss the pot of arroz con pollo I've got cooking for lunch to make this instead! It looks so SO yummy. I'm a huge fan of Asian cuisine and spicy and bbq and shrimp.... Goodness, let's just say that if I ever came to your house, I'd take just about any hostess gift you'd request if this dish was sitting on my plate. YUM!

      Reply
      • Min says

        June 10, 2014 at 6:44 am

        What? NO! Don't do that! Wish we could swap since we already had some of this ;). Arroz con pollo is def calling my name! 😉

        Reply
    16. Deanna Segrave-Daly (@tspbasil) says

      June 09, 2014 at 11:40 am

      I'll admit I'm NOT a sprout kind of girl but everything else about this bowl screams my name - pinning....

      Reply
      • Min says

        June 10, 2014 at 6:43 am

        You def don't have to add the sprouts! I like it for the extra crunch. The sky is the limit with this one when it comes to choosing what veggies to add. Thank you for pinning, Deanna!

        Reply
    17. Matt Robinson says

      June 09, 2014 at 11:04 am

      This looks absolutely incredible! Love the flavors!!

      Reply
      • Min says

        June 10, 2014 at 6:41 am

        Thank you for your continuous support, Matt! Your mac n cheese stuffed meatballs sandwiches on my mind...

        Reply
    18. Pure Grace Farms says

      June 09, 2014 at 9:24 am

      Oh my! I love everything about this dish. Shrimp and spicy is a great combination!Would be honored if you would stop by the Wonderful Wednesday Blog Hop and share! Link opens on Tues. 5pm EST.
      Blessings...Shari
      https://puregracefarms.com/2014/06/wonderful-wednesday-blog-hop/

      Reply
      • Min says

        June 10, 2014 at 6:40 am

        Thank you for the invite! Will def check it out 😉

        Reply

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