Grilled Prawn Sesame Noodle Salad Recipe
Chinese and red cabbages, toasted cashews, cilantro, fried shallots, sesame ~ soy dressing
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Ingredients
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Noodles
Prawns
Vegetables
Dressing
Garnish
Method
Cooking Noodles
- 1
Prepare the Noodles
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the rice noodles and cook according to package instructions until tender, usually about 4-6 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking. Set aside.
Grilling Prawns
- 2
Marinate and Grill the Prawns
In a mixing bowl, combine the minced garlic, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Add the prawns and toss to coat. Let marinate for about 15 minutes. Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill the prawns for 2-3 minutes on each side until they are opaque and cooked through. Remove from heat and set aside.
Preparing Salad
- 3
Combine the Salad Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded Chinese cabbage, red cabbage, chopped cilantro, and fried shallots. Add the cooked rice noodles and grilled prawns to the bowl.
Making Dressing
- 4
Whisk the Dressing
In a small bowl, whisk together the sesame oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and honey (or sugar) until well combined. Stir in the toasted sesame seeds.
Assembling the Salad
- 5
Dress the Salad
Pour the prepared dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to combine. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
- 6
Serve and Garnish
Divide the salad among serving plates and sprinkle the chopped toasted cashews on top. Serve immediately.
