How to Make Spicy Asian Cellophane Noodle Salad - A Step-by-Step Guide

Spicy Asian Cellophane Noodle Salad is a flavorful and refreshing dish that combines the bold flavors of Asia with the light and delicate texture of cellophane noodles. This salad is perfect for warm weather and makes a great side dish or light lunch. The combination of spicy, sour, and savory flavors in this dish will tantalize your taste buds and leave you wanting more.

Cellophane noodles, also known as glass noodles or mung bean noodles, are a staple in Asian cuisine. These translu...

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Ingredients

  • 4 eggs
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • ½ large onion, sliced
  • 1 large zucchini, julienned
  • 1 (14 ounce) package tofu, drained and cubed
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 7 Thai chiles, chopped
  • 3 tablespoons fish sauce
  • ¼ cup lime juice
  • ⅔ teaspoon sugar
  • ⅓ teaspoon salt
  • 1 quart water
  • 8 ounces cellophane noodles
  • ½ head lettuce, chopped

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Place eggs in a saucepan with enough cold water to cover, and bring a boil. Remove from heat, cover, and let eggs stand in hot water for 10 to 12 minutes. Remove from hot water, cool, peel, and chop.
  • Heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat, and cook the onion and zucchini until tender. Mix in the tofu, and continue to cook and stir until browned on all sides.
  • With a mortar and pestle, grind the garlic and Thai chiles into a fine paste. Mix with the fish sauce, lime juice, sugar, and salt.
  • Bring 1 quart water to boil in a pot. Turn off heat, and soak the cellophane noodles in the hot water 1 minute, or until soft.
  • In a large bowl, toss together the eggs, tofu mixture, garlic and chile paste, noodles, and lettuce.
  • Nutrition

    449 cal.

    • Total Fat: 14g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 186mg
    • Sodium: 1126mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 68g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 10g
    • Protein: 18g
    • Vitamin C: 213mg
    • Calcium: 441mg
    • Iron: 9mg
    • Potassium: 849mg