Ingredients

  • 4 Tbsp. soy sauce, divided use
  • 2 Tbsp. sesame oil, divided use
  • 1 Tbsp. cornstarch
  • 8 oz. uncooked vermicelli pasta
  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves, cut in thin strips
  • 2 Tbsp. distilled white vinegar
  • 1 Tbsp. sugar
  • 1 medium carrot, sliced thin
  • 2 Tbsp. vegetable oil, divided use
  • 1/2 c. chopped green onions, including tops
  • 1/4 lb. fresh snow peas, trimmed
  • 1 Tbsp. minced, fresh ginger root
  • 1/2 tsp. crushed red pepper

Method

  • Blend 1 tablespoon soy sauce and 1 tablespoon sesame oil with cornstarch.
  • Stir in chicken strips and let stand 10 minutes. Break vermicelli in half and cook according to package.
  • Add sesame oil and vinegar; set aside.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in hot wok or large skillet over high heat.
  • Add chicken and stir-fry for 3 minutes.
  • Remove.
  • Heat remaining vegetable oil in same pan.
  • Add carrot and snow peas.
  • Stir-fry 1 minute.
  • Add remaining 3 ingredients and stir-fry 1 minute longer.
  • Remove from heat; stir in chicken and vinegar mixture.
  • Pour over hot vermicelli and toss to combine.
  • Serve immediately.
  • Serves 4.