Chinese noodle salad is a fresh and delicious dish that combines oriental flavors with ingredients typical of Latin cuisine. This dish has its roots in Asian cooking, especially in the influence of Chinese cuisine in Latin American countries. Although its exact origin is difficult to pinpoint, there is a long tradition of culinary fusion that gave rise to this salad, which mixes rice noodles with seafood and crunchy vegetables.
In different regions of Latin America, this recipe may go by various names, such as "oriental salad," "Asian noodle salad," or simply "Chinese salad." Whatever its name, its popularity lies in its refreshing taste and colorful presentation, ideal for hot days or as a side dish for various meals.
How to Make Chinese Noodle Salad
Ingredients: Snow peas, rice noodles, red bell pepper, English cucumber, shrimp, crab meat, fresh ginger, garlic, sesame oil, black pepper, salt, lemon juice, vegetable oil, and red wine vinegar.
Steps:
Wash and trim the snow peas.
Place them in a bowl and pour enough boiling water to cover them.
Let them sit for 10 minutes.
Drain and set aside.
Cook the noodles in plenty of boiling water for 3 to 4 minutes.
Drain in a colander, rinse with cold water, and set aside.
In a large bowl, combine the noodles, snow peas, red bell pepper, cucumber, shrimp, and crab meat.
In a small bowl, combine ginger, garlic, sesame oil, pepper, salt, vegetable oil, lemon juice, and vinegar.
Pour this dressing over the other ingredients and mix well.
Refrigerate before serving.
