Spicy Thai Noodle Salad

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Originally made by PTA student (Melissa Williams)

Ingredients

  • 1 lb soba noodles
  • 3 Tbsp sesame oil
  • 4 Tbsp canola oil
  • 6 Tbsp honey
  • 6 Tbsp soy sauce
  • 4 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • 3 Tbsp rice wine vinegar
  • 1/2 to 1 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1 Tbsp grated fresh ginger
  • 5 red bell peppers, sliced thin
  • 16 green oninos
  • 1 1/2 cups honey roasted peanuts
  • 4 cups peas (optional)
  • 1 1/2 cups cilantro, coursely chopped
  • Lime wedges

Preparation

Step 1

Cook pasta in salted water, according to package directions. Drain well and let dry (to keep water from diluting the dressing).
In a small bowl, whisk together sesame oil, canola oil, honey, soy sauce, balsamic vinegar, rice wine vinegar, and cayenne. Season with salt.
In saute pan, over medium-high heat), heat a few tablespoons of dressing mix-- be careful as dressing burns easily. Add red peppers and saute 2-3 minutes, until barely soft (still want some crunch).
Add pepppers, remaining dressing, green onions, and peanuts to cooked pasta.
Add peas and cilantro just before serving. Can be served immediately (hot/room temperature) or chilled overnight and served cold. Serve lime wedges as garnish.
Can add chicken or shrimp, cooked in same dressing before or along with peppers.