Ingredients
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped
- 1/2 cup peanuts, chopped
- 1/2 cup scallions, chopped
- 1/2 cup carrots, shredded
- 4 ounces rice noodles, cooked according to package instructions
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
Directions
- In a medium bowl, combine the shrimp, olive oil, garlic, ginger, red pepper flakes, and soy sauce. Mix until everything is evenly distributed.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp mixture and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the shrimp is cooked through.
- Remove the shrimp from the heat and place in a large bowl. Add the cilantro, mint, peanuts, scallions, carrots, rice noodles, sesame oil, and rice vinegar. Gently toss the ingredients together until everything is evenly distributed.
- Serve the salad immediately or chill for later.
Interesting Facts
- Rice noodles are a staple of Asian cuisine and are often used in soup, stir-fries, and salads.
- Cilantro has a slightly citrusy flavor and is used in many Latin American dishes.
- Mint adds a cool and refreshing flavor to salads and other dishes.
- Peanuts are a good source of protein and are often used as a topping for salads.
- Sesame oil is a flavorful oil that is often used in Asian cooking.
- Rice vinegar is a mild-tasting vinegar that is commonly used in Asian cooking.
