Teresa's Recipes
Com Xao - Authentic Vietnamese Stir-Fry
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Vietnam with our Com Xao, a classic stir-fried dish that is the soul of Vietnamese home cooking. This recipe combines the fragrance of jasmine rice with a colorful medley of crisp vegetables and succulent meats, all brought together by a trio of traditional sauces. The result is a symphony of textures and flavors that is sure to transport you to the bustling streets of Hanoi.
Ingredients
- to taste Salt and pepper
- 2, finely chopped Green onions
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons Oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon Fish sauce
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 2 cloves, minced Garlic
- 1 cup Snow peas
- 1 cup, julienned Bell peppers
- 1 cup, julienned Carrots
- 1 cup, peeled and deveined Shrimp
- 1 cup, thinly sliced Chicken breast
- 3 cups, cooked Jasmine rice
Dietary Notes
- Servings: 4
- Dish Type: Main Course
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Calories: 450
- Fat: 10g
- Carbs: 60g
- Protein: 30g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Sugar: 5g
Instructions
- Heat the vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat.
- Add the chicken and shrimp, season with salt and pepper, and stir-fry until they are cooked through and slightly browned. Remove from the wok and set aside.
- In the same wok, add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add the julienned carrots, bell peppers, and snow peas to the wok. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes, until the vegetables are crisp-tender.
- Push the vegetables to one side of the wok and add the cooked rice to the other side.
- Pour the soy sauce, fish sauce, and oyster sauce over the rice. Stir-fry the rice and sauces for 2-3 minutes, ensuring the rice is heated through and well coated.
- Add the cooked chicken, shrimp, and finely chopped green onions to the wok. Stir-fry for another 2 minutes to combine all the ingredients.
- Season with additional salt and pepper if needed.
- Drizzle the dish with sesame oil and give it a final stir.
- Serve hot, garnished with a sprinkle of green onions. Enjoy your journey through Vietnam's culinary landscape!
Tips
- For a vegetarian version, substitute tofu for the meat and use tamari instead of fish sauce.
- Feel free to play around with different vegetables based on preference or seasonality.
- Using day-old cooked rice can help prevent the dish from becoming mushy.