Mì Quảng
Quang-Style Noodles
A vibrant turmeric-infused noodle dish from Quang Nam province, served with a small amount of rich broth, meat or seafood, fresh herbs, and crispy rice crackers.
Other variations:
Mì Quảng gà, Mì Quảng tôm thịt, Mì Quảng cá lóc, Mì Quảng ếch, Mì Quảng chay
Category
Noodle Dish
Region
Central Vietnam
Preparation Time
–
Servings
4
Difficulty
Medium
About this recipe
Mì Quảng is a signature dish of Quang Nam and Da Nang, known for its minimal broth, bold flavors, and colorful presentation. Traditionally served during family gatherings and festivals, it reflects the central region’s resourceful cooking style.
Ingredients List
400 g turmeric noodles
200 g pork (sliced)
200 g shrimp (peeled)
200 g chicken (sliced)
4–6 quail eggs (boiled)
1 tbsp turmeric powder
2 tbsp fish sauce
2 cloves garlic (minced)
2 shallots (minced)
500 ml pork or chicken stock
fresh herbs (basil, mint, cilantro)
50 g roasted peanuts
2–3 sesame rice crackers
Materials & Tools
Large pot
wok or frying pan
mixing bowls
knife and chopping board
serving bowls
Preparation steps
Total Time :
–
Active Time :
55 min
Cooking Time
Step 1
Stir-fry Proteins
Sauté garlic, shallots in oil, add turmeric, pork, shrimp, chicken.
10 min
Step 2
Simmer
Add stock, fish sauce, simmer 10–15 minutes.
15 min
Step 3
Boil Eggs
Boil quail eggs, peel.
10 min
Step 4
Cook Noodles
Boil mì quảng noodles, drain.
10 min
Step 5
Assemble Bowl
Ladle a little broth, garnish herbs, peanuts, rice crackers.
5 min
Step 6
Finish
Ladle a little broth, garnish herbs, peanuts, rice crackers.
5 min
Step 7
Step 8
Chef’s Tips
Only a small amount of broth should be added to bowl; keep turmeric flavor mild so it doesn’t overpower other ingredients.
Serving Suggestions
Fresh herbs, lime wedges, chili paste, extra rice crackers
Nutritional info
400 kcal
22 g protein
12 g fat
55 g carbs
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