Vietnamese Prawn Rice Noodle Salad Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Cook the rice noodles according to package instructions, then rinse with cold water and set aside.
• STEP 2.In a large bowl, combine the prawns, cucumber, carrots, bean sprouts, and herbs.
• STEP 3.In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, fish sauce, sugar, and garlic until well combined.
• STEP 4.Pour the dressing over the prawn and vegetable mixture and toss to coat.
• STEP 5.Add the cooked rice noodles to the bowl and gently toss to combine.
• STEP 6.Serve the salad chilled, garnished with crushed peanuts and extra herbs.

Cooking Tips

• Make sure to rinse the cooked rice noodles with cold water to stop the cooking process and prevent them from sticking together.
• For extra flavor, marinate the prawns in the dressing for 10-15 minutes before adding them to the salad.
• Feel free to customize the salad with your favorite vegetables and herbs.

Storage and Serving

• This salad is best served immediately after preparing.
• If you have leftovers, store them 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.