Prawn & noodle salad with crispy shallots
Discover this authentic Vietnamese Prawn & noodle salad with crispy shallots recipe — a satisfying weeknight dish that's an impressive dish that showcases your cooking skills. Made with rice noodles, prawns, red onions and 12 more fresh ingredients, this recipe guides you through 2 detailed steps to create a truly memorable meal. Ready in about 40 minutes from start to finish. Whether you're cooking for family, friends, or a special occasion, this vietnamese classic is sure to impress.
15
Prep Time (min)
30
Cook Time (min)
4
servings
330
Calories/serving
Hard
Difficulty
Ingredients
- 200 g Rice Noodles
- 200 g Prawns
- 1 sliced Red Onions
- 1 sliced Red Chilli
- 1 sliced Cucumber
- Handful Coriander
- Handful Mint
- 2 tablespoons Roasted Peanut
- Juice of 3 Lime
- 1 tablespoon Brown Sugar
- 2 tsp Fish Sauce
- 1 clove peeled crushed Garlic
- 5 Slices Shallots
- For frying Vegetable Oil
- Sprinkling Flour
Instructions
2 steps · ~18 minutes total
Step 1
For the crispy shallots, heat 5cm of oil until hot in a wok. You will know the oil is hot enough when one piece of shallot sizzles as soon as it’s dropped in. Toss the shallot slices with flour, shake off excess and fry in the oil until golden. They fry quickly, about 1 min. Drain on kitchen paper, sprinkle with salt and set aside.
8 minutesKeep your fingers curled under (claw grip) for safety when cutting.Step 2
To make the dressing, mix the lime juice, sugar, fish sauce and garlic and set aside. In a large mixing bowl, pour boiling water over the noodles. Leave them for 2 mins or until they are just cooked, then rinse under cold water. Drain well, shaking the sieve numerous times to get out the excess water, then place back in the bowl. Add prawns, onion, chilli, cucumber and herbs. Pour the dressing over, mix, then sprinkle with the shallots and peanuts.
10 minutesUse a large pot to prevent boiling over. Add salt to the water for extra flavor.
💡 Tips & Tricks
🔄 Variations
Storage & Reheating
Refrigerator
Up to 1 day in an airtight container
Freezer
Up to 1 month — thaw overnight in fridge
Gently reheat in a pan over low heat. Avoid microwaving seafood as it can become rubbery.
What to Serve With
Complete your vietnamese meal with these perfect pairings:
About This Dish
Prawn & noodle salad with crispy shallots is a beloved dish from Vietnamese cuisine, originating in Vietnam. With a total preparation time of about 45 minutes, it makes for a satisfying weeknight dinner.
Vietnamese cuisine is celebrated for its freshness, lightness, and balance. It's characterized by the generous use of fresh herbs, minimal use of oil, and emphasis on fresh ingredients.
This recipe is rated hard difficulty and uses 15 ingredients. Experienced cooks will appreciate the technique involved.
Frequently Asked Questions
Rice vermicelli noodles are the best choice for Prawn & noodle salad, as they are light and absorb the flavors of the dressing well.
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Nutrition Facts
4 serving(s) per recipe
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are approximate and may vary based on ingredients used.
