Crispy Noodle Salad

Crispy Noodle Salad is a delightful blend of crunchy vegetables and fried noodles tossed in a tangy sesame-soy dressing. This refreshing dish offers a perfect balance of textures and flavors, making it an ideal halal Chinese lunch option.

Ingredients

• Egg noodles - 100 grams
• Cucumber - 1 medium, julienned
• Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium, thinly sliced
• Green onion - 2 stalks, chopped
• Fresh cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Rice vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Honey - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Pepper - to taste
• Peanuts - 30 grams, crushed (optional)
• Lettuce leaves - for serving

Steps

1. Cook the egg noodles according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cucumber, carrot, red bell pepper, green onion, and cilantro.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the sesame oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper to create the dressing.
4. Add the cooled noodles to the vegetable mixture and pour the dressing over the top. Toss gently until everything is well coated.
5. In a frying pan over medium heat, add a little oil and fry the noodles until they are crispy and golden brown, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and let cool slightly.
6. Serve the salad on a bed of lettuce leaves, topped with the crispy noodles and crushed peanuts if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from vegetables.
• Provides a good source of protein from noodles and peanuts.

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