Spicy Thai Noodle Salad

Name: Spicy Thai Noodle Salad
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 serving(s)
Ingredients: 8 oz. rice noodles; 1 tbsp. canola oil; 1 lb. ground pork or turkey; 3/4 tsp. ground red pepper; 5 tbsp. fish sauce; 2 medium shallots; 3 clove garlic; 6 tbsp. lime juice; 2 tbsp. brown sugar; 2 c. Shredded cabbage; 2 c. shredded carrots; 1/2 pt. grape tomatoes; 1 c. chopped fresh cilantro; 1/2 c. fresh mint

Published: Feb 12, 2014

Yields:

4 serving(s)

Prep Time:

20 mins

Total Time:

25 mins

Cal/Serv:

460

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Delicate rice noodles are taken up a notch with fresh, colorful veggies and a kick of spice in this easy take on a classic Thai dish.

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Ingredients

8 oz. rice noodles
1 Tbsp. canola oil
1 lb. ground pork or turkey
3/4 tsp. ground red pepper
5 Tbsp. fish sauce
2 medium shallots
3 clove garlic
6 Tbsp. lime juice
2 Tbsp. brown sugar
2 cups Shredded cabbage
2 cups shredded carrots
1/2 pt. grape tomatoes
1 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/2 cup fresh mint

Directions

1. Step 1Cook noodles as label directs. Rinse with cold water. Using shears, snip noodles. Drain.
2. Step 2In 10-inch skillet, heat oil on medium-high. Add pork. Sprinkle with pepper and 1 tablespoon fish sauce. Cook 4 to 5 minutes or until browned, breaking up with back of spoon. Add shallots and garlic. Cook 2 to 3 minutes or until tender, stirring frequently. Remove from heat.
3. Step 3In large bowl, whisk together lime juice, sugar, remaining 4 tablespoons fish sauce, and 1 tablespoon water. Add noodles, pork mixture, cabbage, carrots, tomatoes, cilantro, and mint, tossing to combine. Serve, or cover and refrigerate up to 1 day.