Saigonnais crabmeat noodles

4 servings

Ingredients

Quantity Ingredient
3 ounces Thin dried rice noodles
5 larges Garlic clove(s)
2 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil
Salt and pepper
1 can (6 oz) crabmeat, drained
⅓ cup Cilantro, chopped

Directions

1. Bring a medium saucepan of water to a rolling boil over high heat.

Stir in the noodles and remove from the heat. Use 2 forks to stir and separate the noodles, then let them soak for 5 min until softened and bright white. Drain and place on a cutting board in a log-shaped pile. Cut crosswise into 2-inch lengths; you'll have about 2½ cups.

2. Meanwhile, chop the garlic, In a large frying pan over medium heat, combine the oil and garlic and cook, stirring often, about 2 min.

Increase the heat to medium-high and add the noodles, salt and pepper. Cook, stirring often, 4-5 min, until the noodles are tender but still firm. Add the crabmeat, cilantro and additional pepper and toss well.

The 5 in 10 Pasta and Noodle Cookbook 5 Ingredients in 10 Minutes or Less by Nancie McDermott

ISBN 0-688-13475-0

pg 45

Submitted By DIANE LAZARUS On 12-29-95

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