Crab With Cellophane Noodles
1 package (3 1/2 ounces) of cellophane noodles
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons chopped shallots
1 cup thinly sliced snow peas
1-ounce of dried woodear mushrooms, reconstituted in water
2 teaspoons chopped garlic
1 cup bean sprouts (packed)
Fish sauce (nuoc mam or nam pla)
Freshly ground black pepper
1/2 pound fresh crab meat, cartilage removed
1/4 cup chopped green onions
Place the noodles in a large bowl. Cover with warm water and allow to sit for
20 minutes. Drain and pat dry. In a wok, over medium heat, add the oil. When
the oil is hot, add the shallots, peas, mushrooms, garlic and bean sprouts.
Season with the fish sauce and black pepper. Stir-fry for 1 minute. Add the
crabmeat. Season with the fish sauce and black pepper. Continue to stir-fry
for 2 minutes. Add the noodles and green onions. Stir-fry for 1 minute. Remove
and serve on a large platter.
Yield: 4 servings.