Best 3 Oriental Noodle Salad Recipes

Embark on a culinary journey to the Far East with our tantalizing Oriental Noodle Salad. This vibrant dish is a harmonious blend of flavors and textures, sure to delight your taste buds. Featuring tender-crisp vegetables, succulent chicken or tofu, and a medley of aromatic herbs, this noodle salad is a symphony of freshness and flavor. Choose from our three delectable variations: the classic Oriental Noodle Salad with a tangy sesame-ginger dressing, the Spicy Szechuan Noodle Salad with a fiery kick, or the refreshing Vietnamese Noodle Salad with a bright and zesty dressing. Each recipe offers a unique taste experience, promising an explosion of flavors in every bite.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

PLAZA SAN ANTONIO'S SPICY ORIENTAL NOODLE SALAD

Plaza San Antonio's Spicy Oriental Noodle Salad image

This recipe is from the San Antonio Express News food section. It is a very popular dish and a much asked for recipe.

Provided by Miss Annie

Categories One Dish Meal

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1/2 cup soy sauce
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (you may want to start with less)
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon sriracha hot sauce (Thai hot chile sauce marked Tuong Or Sriracha on the label)
1 (16 ounce) package spaghetti or 1 (16 ounce) package fettuccine
2 cups shredded napa cabbage
1 cup shredded carrot
1/2 cup diced red pepper
1/2 cup chopped cilantro leaf
2 cups shrimp or 2 cups beef (optional)
salt, to taste

Steps:

For Vinaigrette: In a bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, olive oil, sesame oil, crushed red pepper, garlic and Sriracha hot sauce.
Set aside.
For Noodles: Bring a large pot of water to a rolling bowl, add salt to taste, then add noodles and stir.
While noodles are cooking, prepare the cabbage, carrots, red pepper, cilantro and chicken, shrimp or beef.
When noodles are done, drain and immediately pour into a large bowl.
Add vinaigrette, vegetables and meat or fish; stir to combine thoroughly.
Serve.
Note: In testing, low-sodium soy sauce and whole-wheat pasta were preferred.

COLD ORIENTAL NOODLE SALAD

Cold Oriental Noodle Salad image

Something different to serve on a hot summers night with your bbq. Great with Soy marinated chicken or steak.

Provided by Lisa G. Sweet Pantry Gal

Categories Pasta Sides

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 9-10oz package soba noodles
1 english cucumber cubed
1 c carrots cut
1 Tbsp sesame oil
1/3 c lite soy sauce
1/4 c rice vinegar
1/3 c finly chopped cilantro
3 garlic cloves minced
2 Tbsp brown sugar
1 tsp red pepper flakes
juice of one lime
1 1/2 tsp sesame seeds

Steps:

1. Cook soba noodles according to package, rinse in cold water. Add carrots cucumbers and cilantro and set aside.
2. In a bowl whisk together rest of ingredients, except for sesame seeds and pour over noodles and veggies. Sprinkle with sesame seeds, cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.

ORIENTAL NOODLE & CRAB SALAD

Oriental Noodle & Crab Salad image

Make and share this Oriental Noodle & Crab Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by FDADELKARIM

Categories Lunch/Snacks

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

2 tablespoons sesame oil
2 tablespoons seasoned rice vinegar
1 teaspoon minced ginger
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
8 cups water
1 (10 ounce) package curly chinese noodles
1 (8 ounce) package imitation crabmeat
6 ounces fresh snow peas (1 1/2 cups) or 6 ounces fresh sugar snap peas (1 1/2 cups)
1 red bell pepper, cut into strips
1/4 cup green onion, thinly sliced

Steps:

Mix the ingredients together for the dressing & set aside.
Bring the water to boil in a large pot. Add the noodles & return to a boil, cook 2 minutes.
Add the crabmeat & peas, cook for another minute or until noodles are al dente.
Drain the noodle mixture then toss in the dressing. Arrange the noodle mixture on salad plates the sprinkle with green onions.

Tips:

Prep Ingredients: Before you start cooking, make sure to wash and chop all your vegetables and ingredients. This will save you time and effort while you're cooking.
Use High-Quality Ingredients: The better the ingredients, the better your salad will taste. Use fresh, crisp vegetables and flavorful dressing.
Don't Overcook the Noodles: Noodles should be cooked al dente, meaning they should still have a slight bite to them. Overcooked noodles will be mushy and unpleasant.
Chill Salad Before Serving: This will help the flavors to meld together and the salad will be more refreshing.
Add Some Spice: If you like a little heat, add some red pepper flakes or Sriracha sauce to your dressing.

Conclusion:

Oriental noodle salad is a delicious and healthy dish that's perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It's packed with fresh vegetables, flavorful dressing, and protein-rich noodles. With a little planning and preparation, you can easily make this salad at home. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give oriental noodle salad a try. You won't be disappointed!