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Yam Wun Sen (Thai Glass Noodle Salad)
Experience the vibrant flavors of Thailand with Yam Wun Sen! This refreshing, light, and tangy salad is absolutely brimming with flavor. It combines delicate glass noodles, succulent shrimp, and an array of fresh, aromatic herbs, all tossed in a tantalizingly tangy dressing. The crowning touch of roasted peanuts adds a delightful crunch. A staple in Thai cuisine, Yam Wun Sen is the perfect dish for a warm summer evening or when you're yearning for a taste of the exotic.
Servings: 2
Ingredients
- Glass noodles
- 100g
- Shrimp
- 200g, peeled and deveined
- Red onion
- 1 medium, thinly sliced
- Cilantro
- 1/4 cup, chopped
- Mint leaves
- 1/4 cup, chopped
- Roasted peanuts
- 2 tablespoons, crushed
- Chili pepper
- 1, finely chopped
- Sugar
- 1 teaspoon
- Fish sauce
- 2 tablespoons
- Lime juice
- 3 tablespoons
Instructions
- Soak the glass noodles in warm water for 10 minutes. Once soft, drain and set aside.
- Boil a pot of water and cook the shrimp until they turn pink and are cooked through (about 2-3 minutes). Drain and set aside to cool.
- Prepare the dressing by whisking together lime juice, fish sauce, sugar, and finely chopped chili pepper in a small bowl. Adjust to taste, adding more sugar for sweetness or more fish sauce for saltiness.
- Combine the softened glass noodles, cooled shrimp, thinly sliced red onion, chopped cilantro, and chopped mint leaves in a large mixing bowl.
- Pour the prepared dressing over the noodle mixture. Toss well to ensure all ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.
- Just before serving, garnish the salad with crushed roasted peanuts for a crunchy texture contrast. Serve immediately for best flavor.
Dietary Information
Servings: 2 • Dish Type: Salad • Prep Time: 20 minutes • Cook Time: 5 minutes • Calories: 300 • Fat: 6g • Carbs: 45g • Protein: 20g • Sodium: 1200mg • Sugar: 5g
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