Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
1 unit

Carrot

sliced

0.5 unit

Yellow Bell Pepper

diced

1 unit

Mango

cubed

0.5 unit

Red Bell Pepper

diced

3 sprig

Mint Leaves

for garnish

1 inch

Ginger

grated

4 tsp

Soy Sauce

0.25 cup

Lemon Juice

2 tsp

Sesame Oil

200 g

Rice Vermicelli Noodles

blanched

8 sprig

Spring Onion

chopped

10 unit

Cashew Nuts

toasted

1 tbsp

Honey

1 unit

Cucumber

sliced

Step 1
~3 min

Boil rice noodles in water until cooked, about 10 minutes.

Step 2
~3 min

Strain the noodles and rinse under cold water.

Step 3
~3 min

Chop all vegetables and mango into desired sizes.

Step 4
~3 min

Grate ginger and combine with soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, lemon juice, and salt to make the dressing.

Step 5
~3 min

Toss some dressing with the noodles.

Step 6
~3 min

Place noodles on a serving plate.

Step 7
~3 min

Toss the remaining dressing with the vegetables and mango.

Step 8
~3 min

Place the vegetable and mango mixture over the noodles.

Step 9
~3 min

Sprinkle with spring onions and mint leaves.

Step 10
~3 min

Add toasted cashews.

Step 11
~3 min

Serve immediately.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of honey and lemon juice to suit your taste.

For a spicier salad, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the dressing.

Make the dressing ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 mins

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Dressing can be made ahead.

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 light lunch or side dish.

Pairs well with grilled tofu or shrimp.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled tofu
Spring rolls
Lettuce wraps

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Southeast Asia

Cultural Significance

Popular street food in Vietnam and Thailand.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Lunar New Year
Summer gatherings

Occasion Tags

Lunch
Dinner
Summer
Party

Popularity Score

70/100

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