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Spicy Cold Noodles

Name: Spicy Cold Noodles
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: {'ingredient': 'Noodles (preferably soba or rice noodles)', 'amount': '8 ounces'}; {'ingredient': 'Cucumber', 'amount': '1 medium, julienned'}; {'ingredient': 'Carrot', 'amount': '1 medium, julienned'}; {'ingredient': 'Green onions', 'amount': '2, chopped'}; {'ingredient': 'Cilantro', 'amount': '1/4 cup, chopped'}; {'ingredient': 'Crushed peanuts', 'amount': '1/4 cup, for garnish'}; {'ingredient': 'Garlic', 'amount': '2 cloves, minced'}; {'ingredient': 'Ginger', 'amount': '1 tablespoon, grated'}; {'ingredient': 'Sriracha sauce', 'amount': '2 tablespoons'}; {'ingredient': 'Honey', 'amount': '1 tablespoon'}; {'ingredient': 'Rice vinegar', 'amount': '2 tablespoons'}; {'ingredient': 'Soy sauce', 'amount': '2 tablespoons'}; {'ingredient': 'Sesame oil', 'amount': '1 tablespoon'}

Indulge in a bowl of Spicy Cold Noodles, a refreshing and vibrant dish that captures the essence of summer with every bite. This delightful meal features chewy noodles tossed with crisp, refreshing vegetables, and drenched in a luscious sauce that balances spicy, sweet, and umami flavors. Originating from various Asian cuisines, this dish not only keeps you cool on a hot day but also showcases the beauty of no-cook meals. Whether enjoyed as a light lunch or a side dish at a gathering, the combination of Sriracha's kick, honey's sweetness, and the tanginess of rice vinegar will awaken your taste buds and leave you coming back for more.

Servings: 4

Ingredients

Noodles (preferably soba or rice noodles) (8 ounces)
Cucumber (1 medium, julienned)
Carrot (1 medium, julienned)
Green onions (2, chopped)
Cilantro (1/4 cup, chopped)
Crushed peanuts (1/4 cup, for garnish)
Garlic (2 cloves, minced)
Ginger (1 tablespoon, grated)
Sriracha sauce (2 tablespoons)
Honey (1 tablespoon)
Rice vinegar (2 tablespoons)
Soy sauce (2 tablespoons)
Sesame oil (1 tablespoon)

Instructions

Cook the noodles according to package instructions. Once cooked, drain and rinse them under cold water until chilled to stop the cooking process.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the julienned cucumber, carrot, and chopped green onions. Toss to mix well.
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the sesame oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, and Sriracha sauce until well combined to create a flavorful dressing.
Add the chilled noodles to the bowl with the vegetables and pour the sauce over the top. Gently toss everything together until the noodles and veggies are evenly coated with the sauce.
To serve, garnish with crushed peanuts and chopped cilantro for an added crunch and aromatic finish.
Enjoy your spicy cold noodles chilled for the best experience!

Dietary Information

Servings: 4 • Dish Type: Main Course • Prep Time: 20 minutes • Cook Time: 10 minutes • Calories: 320 • Fat: 9g • Carbs: 53g • Protein: 8g • Sodium: 600mg • Sugar: 5g

Spicy Cold Noodles

Servings: 4

Ingredients

Instructions

Dietary Information

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