Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

0/9 checked
6
servings
0.75 cup

Vegetable Oil

0.25 cup

Vinegar

0.5 cup

Sugar

3 tbsp

Soy Sauce

1 unit

Ramen Noodles

crushed

1 pkg

Sunflower Seeds

1 pkg

Sliced Almonds

sliced

1 head

Bok Choy

1 unit

Green Onions

sliced

Step 1
~3 min

Heat oil in a large skillet or wok.

Step 2
~3 min

Add ramen noodles (crushed), sunflower seeds, and almonds to the skillet.

Step 3
~3 min

Saute until lightly brown, stirring frequently to prevent burning.

Step 4
~3 min

In a separate bowl, whisk together vinegar, sugar, and soy sauce until sugar is dissolved.

Step 5
~3 min

Combine bok choy or nappa cabbage and green onions in a large bowl.

Step 6
~3 min

Just before serving, add the sauteed noodle mixture and dressing to the bowl.

Step 7
~3 min

Toss well to combine and serve immediately.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Toast the almonds and sunflower seeds for a richer flavor.

Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little heat.

Toss the salad with the dressing just before serving to prevent it from becoming soggy.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The dressing and noodle mixture can be made ahead of time, but the salad should be assembled just before serving.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a side dish with grilled chicken or fish.

Great for potlucks and picnics.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled Chicken
Spring Rolls
Pot Stickers

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States (Chinese-American)

Cultural Significance

A common side dish in American Chinese restaurants.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Potlucks
Picnics

Occasion Tags

Potluck
Picnic
Summer
Party

Popularity Score

70/100

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