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Asian Rice Noodle Salad with Shrimp

*For additional flavor for the shrimp below, throw in a tablespoon of butter into the pan while cooking
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: Main or Side Dish
Cuisine: Asian
Keyword: Asian noodle salad, asian rice noodle salad with shrimp, korean noodle salad, rice noodle salad
Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons sesame or vegetable oil
  • 1 package firm tofu patted dry with paper towels and sliced lengthwise into long pieces
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons olive oil extra virgin*
  • 1/2 to 1 lb. raw shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1 (8 oz.) package rice noodles
  • 2 cucumbers julienned
  • 2 carrots peeled and julienned
  • 2 bell peppers (red, yellow or orange) thinly sliced into strips
  • 1/3 cup sweet chili sauce we like the Thai Kitchen brand
  • 1/3 cup brown rice vinegar
  • 1/3 cup low sodium soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon fish sauce

For the garnish:

  • crushed peanuts
  • scallions or green onions diced
  • fresh cilantro
  • sriracha sauce
  • lime wedges
  • sesame oil

Instructions

  • For the tofu: Over medium-high heat, add the oil in a non-stick pan for about 2 minutes. Add the sliced, somewhat dry tofu and fry until golden brown, flipping as you are cooking them. Season with salt and pepper if desired. When finished, set aside on a paper towel lined plate.
  • For the shrimp: Over medium-high heat, add the oil in a non-stick pan for about 2 minutes. Add the shrimp and cook until pink, flip and cook the other side for another 2 to 3 minutes. Shrimp cooks very quickly so don't overcook.
  • In a large pot of boiling water, cook the noodles according to package directions. Most rice noodles only need to be cooked for about 4 to 5 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  • For the dressing: Using a small bowl or mason jar with lid, mix together the sweet chili sauce, brown rice vinegar, soy sauce and fish sauce. Shake or whisk together and drizzle over the noodles (start with only HALF the dressing mixture) and toss together. Use more if needed.
  • To serve: portion out the noodles and top with the sliced raw vegetables, shrimp and tofu. Sprinkle on the chopped peanuts, green onions, fresh cilantro, sriracha (if using) and add a lime wedge or two. I like to add an extra drizzle of soy sauce and/or sesame oil over the top before serving. Enjoy!