Vietnamese Garlic Noodles

Thanh Long via Kenji with bonus shrimp

Unbalanced

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

boil spaghetti in skillet, minimal water to make it starchy. boil to just before al dente

Step 2

at the same time, melt butter in second skillet. once melted add in minced garlic and shrimp (if raw)

Step 3

once garlic smell has calmed down and shrimp have cooked, add in soy + oyster + fish sauce. make sure not to brown/burn garlic

Step 4

using tongs, combine cooked spaghetti into garlic sauce. don't worry about excess water coming with the tongs-- starch will help emulsify

Step 5

stir and toss until creamy (~30-45 seconds) adding more pasta water as needed

Step 6

serve with a big smile and tears in your eyes