How many servings does this recipe make?

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

What ingredients do I need for Hot and Sour Vermicelli Salad (Yam Wun Sen)?

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 each lettuce leaves, 1 each garlic cloves finely chopped, 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, 1 Sprig cilantro finely chopped, and more.

Is Hot and Sour Vermicelli Salad (Yam Wun Sen) suitable as pasta & noodles?

Yes, Hot and Sour Vermicelli Salad (Yam Wun Sen) falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

How do I store leftover Hot and Sour Vermicelli Salad (Yam Wun Sen)?

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

Hot and Sour Vermicelli Salad (Yam Wun Sen) Recipe

Name: Hot and Sour Vermicelli Salad (Yam Wun Sen)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 each lettuce leaves; 1 each garlic cloves finely chopped; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 1 Sprig cilantro finely chopped; 4 tablespoons vegetable stock; 2 ounces mushrooms, button sliced; 4 ounces rice vermicelli soaked in water for 20 minutes until soft, then drained; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 3 tablespoons soy sauce, light; 1/2 teaspoon chili powder; 1 teaspoon sugar; ⅔ cup mushrooms black fungus, presoaked; ⅔ cup mushrooms, button; 2 each shallots finely sliced; 1 each scallions, spring or green onions or scallion, chopped; 1 each celery stalks with leaves, chopped; 1 small carrots finely chopped

Fresh, crisp and full of flavor — this Hot and Sour Vermicelli Salad (Yam Wun Sen) is a must-try. Made with garlic, vegetable oil, cilantro and vegetabl…

This Hot and Sour Vermicelli Salad (Yam Wun Sen) relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as each lettuce leaves, vegetable oil, vegetable stock and mushrooms, button sliced. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 246 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.

It's versatile enough for an easy weeknight dinner yet satisfying enough for guests at the weekend. Serve it with your favorite sides, and keep any leftovers for a quick meal the next day.

Updated Jun 30, 2026

Serves 4 Pasta & Noodles

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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