Thai cuisine
Thai rice noodle salad
A refreshing blend of rice noodles and fresh herbs that dance in a zesty Thai dressing.
This Thai-inspired rice noodle salad is a vibrant medley of crunchy vegetables and tender noodles tossed with a tangy lime dressing. Its light, yet satisfying texture makes it perfect for a summer lunch or as an accompaniment to grilled meats.
Method
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Place the noodles and beansprouts in a heatproof bowl and cover with boiling water. Leave for 4 mins, or until the noodles are tender. Drain, then cool under cold running water and drain again. Return to the bowl.
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Stir together the lime zest and juice, fish or soy sauce and sugar. Stir into the noodles with the red onion and lettuce.
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To make with mince, heat a little oil in a non-stick frying pan and stir-fry 500g minced pork, a small knob of grated ginger and pinch cayenne pepper or chilli powder for 10 mins, until the mince is browned and cooked through. Mix into the noodles, divide between four bowls and serve warm.
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To make with steak, make the rice noodle salad. Heat 1 tsp sunflower oil in a frying pan. Tip 2 tbsp sesame seeds onto a plate. Rub 1 tsp oil into 4 x 175g sirloin steaks and press into sesame seeds. Fry for 5 mins for medium rare, turning halfway. Leave to rest for 5 mins, then thinly slice. Toss 1 deseeded and shredded red chilli, and a handful mint leaves into noodles. Top with steak to serve.
FAQ
Is «Thai rice noodle salad» gluten-free?
It may contain gluten — check the ingredients and pick gluten-free alternatives.
How many calories and carbs are in a serving of «Thai rice noodle salad»?
One serving has 656 kcal, 35.2 g carbs, 48.3 g protein and 33.2 g fat. The recipe makes 5 servings.
Is «Thai rice noodle salad» suitable for gestational diabetes (GDM)?
Suitable for a carb-controlled diet. Carb load: умеренная. This is not medical advice — with GDM, check with your doctor and glucose meter.