Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsUrban BurmaA Tray Of Rainbow Salad Recipe

A Tray Of Rainbow Salad Recipe

Inspired by Urban Burma
Time30m
Serves4

Cabbage, carrots, rice thick noodles, flat wheat noodles, cucumber, papaya, peanuts, dried shrimp powder and tamarind sauces

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Ingredients

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Salad Base

Sauce

Method

Prepare the Salad Base

  1. 1

    Prepare the Vegetables

    Thinly slice the cabbage, julienne the carrots, and chop the cucumber and papaya into bite-sized pieces.

  2. 2

    Cook the Noodles

    In a pot of boiling water, cook the rice noodles and flat wheat noodles separately according to package instructions until tender. Drain and rinse under cold water, then set aside.

Assemble the Salad

  1. 3

    Combine Ingredients

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the prepared cabbage, carrots, cucumbers, papaya, rice noodles, and flat wheat noodles. Toss gently to mix.

  2. 4

    Add Toppings

    Sprinkle the chopped peanuts and dried shrimp powder on top of the salad mixture.

Make the Sauce

  1. 5

    Mix Sauce Ingredients

    In a small bowl, mix together tamarind paste, water, sugar, salt, and chili powder until well combined.

  2. 6

    Dress the Salad

    Drizzle the tamarind sauce over the salad mixture, and toss until everything is evenly coated.

Serve

  1. 7

    Presentation

    Transfer the salad to a serving platter, and garnish with additional peanuts or fresh herbs if desired. Serve immediately.

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