Ryan’s Stir-Fried Rice Noodles with Shrimp

Ingredients

• 1 package (6 oz) rice sticks/noodles
• ½ lb medium shrimp; raw, peeled
• 1 tbsp vodka
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 4 shallots; chopped
• 1 tsp ginger; peeled, grated
• ½ lb napa or green cabbage; shredded
• 2 scallions; chopped
• 1 tbsp soy or tamarind sauce
• 2 c chicken stock
• ½ c fresh basil and/or cilantro
• salt and pepper

Instructions

• Soak rice noodles in cold water 15-20 minutes (or according to package directions), until softened. Drain well, cut in half, and set aside.
• Dry the shrimp well, and marinate in the vodka.
• Heat oil over high heat in a wok or heavy skillet. Add the shallots and ginger, and cook over high heat until shallots are lightly browned. Add the shrimp and cook until pink.
• Add the cabbage, noodles, scallions, soy, and chicken stock. Cook 5 minutes until liquid is completely absorbed. Add herbs. Season with salt and pepper.