Singapore Mei Fun with Shrimp and Pork

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Delicate rice vermicelli stir-fried with succulent shrimp, tender pork, eggs, and aromatic vegetables for a flavorful noodle dish. This chinese-inspired noodles ready in about 30 minutes pairs grams rice vermicelli (mei fun), grams shrimp, peeled and deveined, grams pork loin, thinly sliced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 400 calories and feeds 3, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 3 Chinese cuisine 400 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Soak 150 grams rice vermicelli in warm water for 10 minutes until softened, then drain and set aside.
  2. Step 2: Heat 3 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok over medium-high heat; add 2 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Step 3: Add 100 grams thinly sliced pork loin and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until no longer pink.
  4. Step 4: Push pork to the side, crack 2 eggs into the wok and scramble gently until just set.
  5. Step 5: Add 100 grams peeled shrimp, 1 small thinly sliced onion, and 1/2 medium julienned bell pepper; stir-fry for 2 minutes until shrimp turn pink.
  6. Step 6: Add the drained rice vermicelli, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp oyster sauce, and 1/4 tsp white pepper; toss vigorously to combine and heat through for 2-3 minutes.
  7. Step 7: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 tbsp chopped scallions before serving immediately.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Singapore Mei Fun with Shrimp and Pork take to make?

Total time is about 30 minutes (15 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Singapore Mei Fun with Shrimp and Pork?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep eggs from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Singapore Mei Fun with Shrimp and Pork?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Singapore Mei Fun with Shrimp and Pork for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 3 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 3). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Singapore Mei Fun with Shrimp and Pork?

Chinese noodles like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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