Yam Wun Sen
A refreshing Thai glass noodle salad tossed with shrimp, ground chicken, and a zingy lime-chili dressing. This cold salad is a staple at Thai gatherings and perfectly balances spicy, sour, salty, and sweet flavors.
Nutrition & Info
Instructions
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1
Soak the glass noodles in hot water for five minutes until soft and translucent, then drain, rinse with cold water, and cut them into manageable lengths with scissors.
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Poach the shrimp and ground chicken separately in simmering water until just cooked through, then drain and let them cool to room temperature.
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Prepare the dressing by combining fish sauce, lime juice, sugar, and minced chilies in a bowl, stirring until the sugar dissolves and the flavors are bright and balanced.
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4
Toss the cooled glass noodles, shrimp, and ground chicken with the dressing in a large bowl, making sure everything is evenly coated with the zingy sauce.
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Add the sliced shallots, celery, cilantro, and mint leaves, toss one final time, then transfer to a serving plate and garnish with crushed roasted peanuts.
Did You Know?
Yam wun sen is one of the most popular yam salads in Thailand, and Thai people consider the proper balance of its four flavors — sour, salty, sweet, and spicy — to be a test of cooking skill.
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