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Burmese Mohinga with Lemongrass and Crispy Shallots

A fragrant and savory fish soup with lemongrass accents and crunchy shallots.

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·By Troy·
Burmese Mohinga with Lemongrass and Crispy Shallots
Prep
35 min
Cook
1 h 45 min
Difficulty
Intermediate
Serves
4

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Marinating the Fish

  1. 1

    Mix fish and seasonings

    Mix the fish pieces with turmeric and fish sauce.

  2. 2

    Refrigerate

    Let it marinate for 20 minutes in the refrigerator.

    Tip: Ensure the fish is fully marinated to avoid any raw fishy taste.

  3. 3

    Prepare other ingredients

    Prepare other ingredients during this time.

Preparing the Garnishes

  1. 1

    Heat oil

    Heat peanut oil in a pan over medium heat.

  2. 2

    Fry shallots

    Fry the sliced shallots until golden and crispy, then drain on paper towels.

    Tip: Crisping shallots correctly prevents them from becoming chewy.

  3. 3

    Boil eggs

    Boil eggs for 10 minutes, cool, and slice.

How to Make Burmese Mohinga with Lemongrass and Crispy Shallots

Total time: 2 h 20 min · Yields 4 servings

  1. 1

    Make the Fish Broth

    In a large pot, combine marinated fish, bruised lemongrass, garlic, and water. Simmer for 30 minutes.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Noodles

    Cook rice vermicelli as per package instructions; rinse with cold water and drain well.

  3. 3

    Final Seasoning

    Adjust the broth with chili flakes, lime juice, and onion powder to taste.

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