Prawn Noodle Salad Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.In a bowl, combine prawns with lime juice, soy sauce, and garlic. Let it marinate for 15 minutes.
• STEP 2.Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill the prawns for 2-3 minutes on each side until cooked through.
• STEP 3.In a large pot of boiling water, cook the noodles according to package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water.
• STEP 4.In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, fish sauce, sugar, and chili flakes to make the dressing.
• STEP 5.In a large bowl, combine the cooked noodles, grilled prawns, cucumber, carrot, bell pepper, and herbs.
• STEP 6.Pour the dressing over the salad and toss well to combine. Adjust seasoning if needed.
• STEP 7.Serve the prawn noodle salad chilled or at room temperature. Garnish with extra herbs and crushed peanuts if desired.

Cooking Tips

• Make sure to not overcook the prawns as they can become rubbery. Grilling them for a few minutes on each side is enough.
• Rinse the cooked noodles with cold water to stop the cooking process and prevent them from sticking together.
• Feel free to add other vegetables like bean sprouts, snow peas, or radishes for extra crunch and flavor.
• For a spicier kick, add some sliced red chili or a drizzle of sriracha sauce to the dressing.

Storage and Serving

• This prawn noodle salad is best served fresh, but you can store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
• Before serving leftovers, give the salad a good toss to redistribute the dressing and flavors.
• You can enjoy this salad as a light lunch or dinner on its own, or serve it as a side dish with grilled meats or seafood.