Satay Bee Hoon with Peanut Sauce

Ingredients

• 200g (7 oz) rice vermicelli noodles 200g (7 oz) rice vermicelli noodles
• 200g (7 oz) firm tofu, cut into cubes 200g (7 oz) firm tofu, cut into cubes
• 1 cucumber, thinly sliced 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
• 100g (3.5 oz) bean sprouts 100g (3.5 oz) bean sprouts
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 tablespoons satay sauce 2 tablespoons satay sauce
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons lime juice 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 2 tablespoons chopped peanuts 2 tablespoons chopped peanuts
• Fresh cilantro and mint leaves, for garnish Fresh cilantro and mint leaves, for garnish

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 350 kcal / 1465 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 15g, 2g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 40g, 5g
• Protein: 15g
• Fiber: 5g
• Salt: 1g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Cook the rice vermicelli noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. 2.
   In a bowl, combine the satay sauce, soy sauce, and lime juice. Add the tofu cubes and marinate for 15 minutes.
3. 3.
   Heat the vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the marinated tofu and cook until golden brown on all sides. Remove from heat and set aside.
4. 4.
   In a small saucepan, heat the peanut sauce over low heat until warm.
5. 5.
   To serve, divide the cooked rice vermicelli noodles among serving bowls. Top with cucumber slices, bean sprouts, and the cooked tofu skewers. Drizzle with warm peanut sauce and sprinkle with chopped peanuts. Garnish with fresh cilantro and mint leaves.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Rice vermicelli noodles — Make sure to follow the package instructions for cooking the noodles to achieve the perfect texture. Overcooking can result in mushy noodles.
• Satay sauce — Use a high-quality satay sauce for the best flavor. If you prefer a spicier version, you can add a dash of chili sauce or chili flakes to the sauce.

Tips & Tricks

• For a more authentic taste, you can add a tablespoon of tamarind paste to the peanut sauce.
• Customize the toppings according to your preference. You can add sliced red onions, chopped scallions, or even fried shallots for extra flavor and texture.
• If you prefer a spicier dish, you can serve the Satay Bee Hoon with a side of sambal chili paste.

Serving advice

Serve the Satay Bee Hoon hot, allowing the flavors to meld together. It is traditionally enjoyed as a main course, but can also be served as a side dish or a part of a buffet spread.

Presentation advice

To enhance the presentation, arrange the toppings neatly on top of the rice vermicelli noodles. Drizzle the peanut sauce in an artistic pattern and garnish with a sprig of fresh cilantro or mint leaves.