Singapore Noodles with Shrimp

Begin by selecting a sweet onion variety such as Vidalia, OSO Sweet, or Walla Walla; these types retain a pleasant crunch even after cooking, adding delightful texture to your stir-fry. To prepare the flavorful sauce, whisk together the sesame seed oil, soy sauce, and seasoned rice vinegar in a bowl; set this aside so the flavors meld while you prepare the other ingredients. Bring a large saucepan filled with water to a rolling boil. Add the vermicelli rice noodles, gently submerging and turning them with tongs to ensure even cooking. Boil the noodles for approximately 2 minutes until tender yet still slightly firm to the bite, as they'll continue to cook in the skillet. Drain the noodles and immediately rinse them with cold water to halt the cooking process and prevent sticking. Using kitchen scissors, snip the noodles into shorter strands, which eases tossing and eating. Next, whisk the eggs vigorously in a small bowl until smooth. Heat your skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat and add one tablespoon of peanut or canola oil. Pour in the eggs and scramble gently, cooking for about 2 minutes or until large, soft curds form. Transfer the scrambled eggs to a plate to await reintroduction later. Add another tablespoon of oil to the heated pan. Once shimmering, stir in the ground ginger, finely chopped garlic, julienned carrots, sliced jalapeño, sweet onion, and salt. Constantly stir-fry these aromatics and vegetables for 2 minutes until they begin to soften and release their fragrance. Sprinkle the remaining tablespoon of oil over the vegetables. When the oil becomes hot, add diced ham, shredded Napa cabbage, chopped scallions, sliced red pepper, and curry powder. Continuously stir this mixture for 1 minute, allowing the spices and ingredients to meld beautifully. Add in the shrimp, stirring constantly, and cook for another 3 minutes or until the shrimp turn bright pink and are cooked through, releasing a wonderful seafood aroma. To assemble, fold in half of the prepared noodles along with the scrambled eggs and the flavorful sauce mixture. Toss gently for 1 minute, coating everything evenly. Add the remaining noodles and continue tossing for an additional minute until all ingredients are well combined and heated through. Taste your stir-fry, adjusting the seasoning with more salt or soy sauce as desired. Serve immediately, garnished generously with fresh cilantro leaves to add a burst of herbal brightness.