Ingredients
– 8 ounces of noodles (preferably soba or rice noodles)
– 1 cup of shredded carrots
– 1 cup of thinly sliced bell peppers (any color)
– 1 cucumber, julienned
– 3 green onions, chopped
– ¼ cup of soy sauce
– 2 tablespoons of chili oil (adjust based on desired spice level)
Instructions
To create your own Spicy Cold Noodle Salad, follow these easy steps:
1. Cook the Noodles: Begin by boiling water in a large pot. Add the noodles and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process.
2. Prepare the Vegetables: While the noodles are cooking, prepare your vegetables. Julienne the cucumber, slice the bell peppers, and shred the carrots. Chop the green onions and set them aside.
3. Mix the Dressing: In a small bowl, combine the soy sauce and chili oil. Whisk until well blended.
4. Toss Everything Together: In a large bowl, combine the cooked and cooled noodles with the shredded carrots, sliced bell peppers, julienned cucumber, and chopped green onions.
5. Add the Dressing: Pour the soy sauce and chili oil mixture over the noodle mixture. Toss everything together until the noodles and veggies are well coated.
6. Adjust Seasoning: Taste your salad and adjust the seasoning if necessary. You can add more chili oil for extra heat or more soy sauce for saltiness.
7. Chill: Let the salad chill in the refrigerator for about 5-10 minutes before serving. This allows the flavors to meld together beautifully.
8. Serve and Enjoy: Once chilled, toss again and serve in bowls. For extra flair, garnish with sesame seeds or cilantro if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Fat: 12g
- Protein: 8g