Vermicelli Noodle Bowl

This vermicelli bowl combines fresh herbs, rice vermicelli noodles, cucumber, bean sprouts, and grilled shrimp. Tossed with a tangy sweet-and-sour dressing and topped with crunchy nuts, it's a simple and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

  • ¼ cup white vinegar
  • ¼ cup fish sauce
  • 2 tablespoons white sugar
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • ½ teaspoon canola oil
  • 2 tablespoons chopped shallots
  • 2 skewers
  • 8 medium shrimp, with shells
  • 1 (8 ounce) package rice vermicelli noodles
  • 1 cup finely chopped lettuce
  • 1 cup bean sprouts
  • 1 english cucumber, cut into 2-inch matchsticks
  • ¼ cup finely chopped pickled carrots
  • ¼ cup finely chopped diakon radish
  • ¼ cup crushed peanuts
  • 3 tablespoons chopped cilantro
  • 3 tablespoons finely chopped thai basil
  • 3 tablespoons chopped fresh mint