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Vietnamese noodle chicken salad

Vietnamese noodle chicken salad: A burst of flavor and freshness

31/07/2023 846 views

If you are looking for a taste of Vietnam in every bite, savor the mouth-watering Vietnamese noodle chicken salad. This dish can be conveniently enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
Vietnamese noodle chicken salad is a must-try dish

Vietnamese noodle chicken salad is a must-try dish (Source: Collected)

Vietnamese noodle chicken salad brings together a harmonious blend of flavors, textures, and colors, creating a culinary delight that has won the hearts of many Vietnam travel enthusiasts. With its delicate rice vermicelli noodles, succulent chicken, an abundance of fresh vegetables, and an aromatic bouquet of herbs, this Vietnamese noodle salad is a true celebration of wholesome ingredients.

1. Main ingredients for Vietnamese chicken noodle salad

Vietnamese noodle chicken salad is one of the simplest but tastiest Vietnamese foods to try. This refreshing dish will delight your taste buds with its perfect mix of textures and flavors. It typically consists of tender grilled chicken, rice noodles, crunchy vegetables such as cucumbers and bean sprouts, and fragrant herbs like mint and cilantro, all dressed in a tangy yet slightly sweet fish sauce-based dressing.

Vietnamese noodle chicken salad is harmoniously flavorful

Vietnamese noodle chicken salad is harmoniously flavorful (Source: Collected)

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2. Popular variations of Vietnamese noodle chicken salad

2.1. Vietnamese lemongrass chicken noodle salad

This mouth-watering combination of tender chicken marinated with lemongrass, garlic, and fish sauce, tossed together with vermicelli noodles and an assortment of fresh herbs and vegetables, is a true feast for the senses. The zesty lemongrass adds a citrusy kick to the succulent chicken, while herbs like mint and cilantro bring a burst of freshness to every bite. Whether you are enjoying this vibrant salad as a main course or side dish, it is guaranteed to delight your taste buds.

Here are the basic steps to make Vietnamese noodle chicken salad: 

1. Marinate the thinly sliced chicken in a mixture of lemongrass, garlic, fish sauce, soy sauce, honey, and black pepper. Refrigerate it for 30 minutes.
2. Cook the rice vermicelli noodles according to package instructions. Then, rinse it under cold water and set it aside.
3. Make the dressing by combining fish sauce, lime juice, water, sugar, garlic, and sliced red chili.
4. Grill the marinated chicken until it is slightly charred.
5. Arrange the noodles, chicken, lettuce, cucumber, bean sprouts, and herbs on a plate.
6. Top with crushed peanuts and fried shallots.
7. Drizzle the dressing over the salad or serve it on the side.
8. Toss the salad and dig in!

Vietnamese lemongrass chicken noodle salad is easy to make

Vietnamese lemongrass chicken noodle salad is easy to make (Source: Collected)

2.2. Vietnamese chicken noodle salad thermomix

This Vietnamese noodle chicken salad variation is a perfect blend of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. Thinly sliced chicken breast is marinated in a mouth-watering combination of soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and lime juice before being pan-fried to perfection. The noodles, usually rice vermicelli, are cooked until tender and tossed with an abundance of fresh herbs. 

A medley of crunchy vegetables, including carrots, cucumber, and bean sprouts, adds a delightful crunch to the dish. Roasted peanuts provide a rich nuttiness while the dressing, made from fish sauce, lime juice, sugar, and garlic, ties all the ingredients together with its salty-sweet tang. This vibrant salad brings together the best of Vietnamese cuisine in an easy-to-make meal.

The general steps to make this Vietnamese chicken noodle salad are: 

1. Rinse the chicken with salt and vinegar, then drain away any excess water.
2. Boil the chicken for 15 minutes before shredding it into small pieces.
3. Peel and wash the potatoes, cucumbers, and carrots. Then, julienne them.
4. Fry a bulb of garlic until it is light brown. Set it aside to cool.
5. Fry the potato strands until they are golden and slightly crunchy.
6. Mix water, fish sauce, soy sauce, vinegar, sesame oil, sugar, chili sauce, and chili powder to make the dressing.
7. Arrange the noodles on a plate, then add the veggies and chicken. Top the plate with garlic oil, peanuts, shallots, lime leaves, and the dressing.
8. Mix everything together and enjoy.

Vietnamese noodle chicken salad can be enjoyed at any time of the day

Vietnamese noodle chicken salad can be enjoyed at any time of the day (Source: Collected)

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3. What to eat with Vietnamese chicken noodle salad?

3.1. Sliced vegetables

Packed with crispy and refreshing vegetables like cucumbers and carrots, this side dish offers a delightful contrast to the flavorful noodles and tender chicken. The fresh crunch of the veggies adds texture and provides balance to the overall taste profile of the meal.

3.2. Pickled onions

You can also enhance your Vietnamese noodle chicken salad with some pickled onions. These tangy and slightly sweet onions elevate the flavor of each bite by adding a burst of acidity. They are an ideal accompaniment that perfectly complements the savory chicken.

Pair Vietnamese noodle chicken salad with sliced vegetables and pickled onions

Pair Vietnamese noodle chicken salad with sliced vegetables and pickled onions (Source: Collected)

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Besides Vietnamese chicken noodle salad, there are many other noodle dishes worth trying in Vietnam, such as bun bo Hue noodles, mi Quang, Ken noodles, etc. To savor the true essence of these Vietnamese noodle dishes, consider visiting Hanoi, Hoi An, Da Nang, Nha Trang, and Phu Quoc. Your taste buds will definitely thank you!

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Vietnamese noodle chicken salad is a culinary masterpiece that embodies the essence of Vietnamese cuisine, a harmonious blend of flavors, textures, and aromas that will excite the senses. With its combination of succulent chicken, tender rice vermicelli, crisp vegetables, and fragrant herbs, this salad offers a delightful and refreshing dining experience. It remains a testament to the richness and diversity of Vietnamese culinary traditions!

 

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