Shan noodles

Method 7 steps

1. 1

   Fry the sliced shallot in oil until deep gold and set half aside for serving.

2. 2

   Add the garlic, paprika and turmeric and warm them a minute, until fragrant.

3. 3

   Add the minced chicken and fry it, breaking up lumps, until it whitens.

4. 4

   Add the chopped tomatoes and fish sauce and stew twenty-five minutes to a thick paste.

5. 5

   Grind the peanuts to a coarse crumb, keeping a few whole.

6. 6

   Boil the rice noodles, rinse them and divide them between bowls.

7. 7

   Spoon the sauce over the noodles and top with peanuts, fried shallot, pickled greens and coriander.