Ideal Hearty Meal for the Calorie-Conscious
The lovely combination of tomatoes and shrimp with vermicelli makes for a low-calorie, satisfying meal — perfect for those aiming to lose weight without sacrificing flavor.
Tags: Healthy, Low-Calorie, Dinner
Ingredients
- A handful of shrimp paste
- 2 tomatoes
- A sprinkling of chopped green onions
- Salt, to taste
- 1 spoon of cooking wine
- 1 spoon of light soy sauce
- 2 handfuls of vermicelli noodles
- 1 baby cabbage
Preparation of Vermicelli
Begin by soaking the vermicelli in warm water to soften them ahead of cooking.
Shrimp Balls Shaping
Massage the shrimp paste into balls. The texture may vary by brand; here, the choice is Sam’s shrimp paste.
Tomato Preparation
Score a cross into the tomatoes and blanch them in hot water to facilitate peeling.
Dice and Sauce Making
Chop the tomatoes into small pieces.
Preparing Aromatics and Vegetables
Gather the baby cabbage and enoki mushrooms (or other preferred vegetables) along with finely chopped ginger and garlic.
Stir-Frying Tomatoes
In a heated pan with cold oil, start by tempering the ginger and garlic until aromatic, then add the tomatoes and stir-fry, seasoning with salt to draw out the juice.
Building the Broth
To the pan, add a bowl of cold water and bring to a boil.
Cooking the Shrimp and Vermicelli
Lower the heat to a simmer, add the shrimp paste, and once they change color, include the vermicelli and vegetables, cooking everything for a bit longer.
Finishing Touches
Finish off with a generous topping of chopped green onions. If a soupier consistency is desired, add more water during the cooking process.