Spicy Glass Noodle Salad Recipe

Name: Spicy Glass Noodle Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 6-ounce package dried bean thread noodles (saifun)*; 6 tablespoons vegetable oil; 2 skinless boneless chicken breast halves, finely chopped; 18 uncooked large shrimp, peeled, deveined, coarsely chopped; 15 garlic cloves, minced; 1/2 cup chopped green onions; 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro; 3 tablespoons chopped shallots; 3 tablespoons Thai fish sauce (nam pla)*; 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice; 2 1/2 teaspoons minced seeded Thai chilies* or serrano chilies

Servings: persons

1 6-ounce package dried bean thread noodles (saifun)*
6 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 skinless boneless chicken breast halves, finely chopped
18 uncooked large shrimp, peeled, deveined, coarsely chopped
15 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup chopped green onions
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
3 tablespoons chopped shallots
3 tablespoons Thai fish sauce (nam pla)*
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 1/2 teaspoons minced seeded Thai chilies* or serrano chilies

1
Place noodles in large bowl.
2
Cover with cold water; let stand until noodles begin to soften, about 5 minutes.
3
Drain.
4
Transfer to large pot of boiling water; cook until just tender and pliable, about 3 minutes.
5
Drain.
6
Rinse with cold water; drain.
7
Heat 2 tablespoons oil in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat.
8
Add chicken and shrimp; stir-fry until cooked, about 4 minutes.
9
Transfer to large bowl.
10
Heat 4 tablespoons oil in same skillet over medium heat.
11
Add garlic; cook until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
12
Add garlic-oil mixture to bowl with chicken and shrimp; cool.
13
Add noodles, green onions and remaining ingredients to bowl.
14
Toss to blend.
15
Season with salt and pepper.
16
*Available at Asian markets and in some supermarkets.

1401

kcal

Calories

Fat

147

Carbs

150

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 6-ounce package dried bean thread noodles (saifun)*, 6 tablespoons vegetable oil, 2 skinless boneless chicken breast halves, finely chopped, 18 uncooked large shrimp, peeled, deveined, coarsely chopped, and more.

Yes, Spicy 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!

Spicy Glass Noodle Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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