Watch the recipe live! Cooking Together: Celebration noodles for Lunar New Year
Anh and Chi kicked off the Lunar New Year with a special moment on live TV! Our co-founder and culinary genius, Chef Vincent Nguyen, appeared on Global News this past Sunday for their "Cooking Together" segment, where he whipped up a dish that perfectly embodies the joy and prosperity of the season—Mi Xao Don//Celebration Noodles. For those who missed the segment, don’t worry; we’ve got you covered with the full recipe below.
Mi Xao Don // Celebration Noodles Recipe
Cooking time: 15 minutes
Serves: 1-2 persons
Ingredients:
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5 tsp avocado oil
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3 garlic cloves (minced)
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1 tsp sugar
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1 tsp chicken powder
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2 tsp oyster sauce
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4 tsp Mẹ’s Sweet Soy Sauce
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150 g local side stripe shrimp and squid
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60 g king oyster and enoki mushrooms
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60 g bell peppers (red and yellow)
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60 g bok choy
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80 g broccoli
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80 g celery
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80 g thin egg noodles
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Salt & pepper, to taste
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Anh and Chi Chilli Oil (optional, to taste)
Method:
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Prepare the vegetables: Wash and cut the mushrooms, bell peppers, bok choy, broccoli, and celery into 1.5-2 inch pieces. Set aside.
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Blanch the veggies: In a medium pot, bring 2L of water to a boil. Blanch the mushrooms, bok choy, and broccoli for 1 minute. Scoop them out, rinse with cold water, and set aside.
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Cook the noodles: Blanch the egg noodles in the same pot for 2-3 minutes. Rinse with cold water, toss with a teaspoon of oil, and set aside.
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Stir-fry time: Heat a wok or medium pan over medium heat. Add the remaining oil and garlic and stir-fry until lightly golden. Toss in the shrimp and squid along with the chicken powder, sugar, and oyster sauce. Stir-fry for 1-2 minutes, then add the prepped veggies and Mẹ’s Sweet Soy Sauce. Cook for another 1-2 minutes.
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Assemble and serve: Style the noodles into a shallow bowl or plate, pour the stir-fry mixture on top, and season with salt, pepper, and Anh and Chi Chilli Oil to taste. Enjoy!
Celebrate Lunar New Year with Us
The Celebration Noodles were just a sneak peek of the delicious offerings we have lined up for Lunar New Year. Our limited-edition specials are available now through February 9th, so don’t miss your chance to indulge in these festive flavours:
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Fang & Fortune: A dazzling cocktail featuring gin, lychee, rose umeshu, blueberry tea, lemongrass, and a sprinkle of gold flakes. It’s a sip of prosperity in every glass!
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Mi Xao Don: Crispy egg noodles paired with prawns, squid, vibrant veggies, and Mẹ’s Sweet Soy Sauce. It’s the perfect mix of crunch and flavour.
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Cari Cua: A show-stopping whole Dungeness crab simmered in a rich lemongrass coconut curry. This dish is a true centrepiece for any Lunar New Year feast.
Lunar New Year is all about gathering with loved ones, sharing good food, and creating memories. Chef Vincent’s live TV segment was a wonderful reminder of how food brings us together. Whether you’re recreating the Celebration Noodles at home or joining us at Anh and Chi to enjoy the full menu, we’re honoured to be part of your festivities.
Let’s toast to a year of health, happiness, and delicious eats. Chúc Mừng Năm Mới!
