Chopstix Glass Noodle Salad Recipe

Name: Chopstix Glass Noodle Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 ounces bean threads; 1 cup red cabbage shredded; 1/2 pound snow pea pods; 1 each sweet red bell peppers; 3 ounces mushrooms, enoki (straw); 3 ounces daikon (chinese icicle radish); 2 tablespoons ginger minced; 2 each garlic cloves; 1 tablespoon orange zest minced; 1/4 cup cilantro minced; 1/4 cup scallions, spring or green onions minced; 9 tablespoons red wine vinegar; 1/4 cup sesame oil; 2 tablespoons safflower oil; 1 tablespoon sugar; 1 teaspoon chili sauce; 1 teaspoon salt

Servings: persons

8 ounces bean threads
1 cup red cabbage shredded
1/2 pound snow pea pods
1 each sweet red bell peppers
3 ounces mushrooms, enoki (straw)
3 ounces daikon (chinese icicle radish)
2 tablespoons ginger minced
2 each garlic cloves
1 tablespoon orange zest minced
1/4 cup cilantro minced
1/4 cup scallions, spring or green onions minced
9 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1/4 cup sesame oil
2 tablespoons safflower oil
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon chili sauce
1 teaspoon salt

1
Soak bean threads or rice sticks in hot water until soft, about 30 minutes.
2
Drain thoroughly and cut into 4-inch lengths.
3
Snap off stems of snowpeas and discard.
4
Blanch snowpeas for 5 seconds in in 2 quarts boiling water.
5
Immediately transfer snowpeas to a bowl of ice water.
6
When cold, drain and pat dry, then cut into fine slivers.
7
Stem and seed pepper, then slice into 2-inch slivers.
8
Remove and discard dirty ends of mushrooms and separate strands.
9
In a food processor or blender, mince the garlic and ginger.
10
Add orange peel, cilantro and green onions.
11
Process until finely minced, then add remaining dressing ingredients and blend to combine.
12
To assemble, combine the bean threads (or rice sticks) with the other salad ingredients.
13
Pour the dressing over and toss to combine thoroughly.
14
May be prepared up to 2 hours in advance.

324

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 ounces bean threads, 1 cup red cabbage shredded, 1/2 pound snow pea pods, 1 each sweet red bell peppers, and more.

Yes, Chopstix Glass Noodle Salad falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chopstix Glass Noodle Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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