Vietnamese Steak Noodle Salad
Vietnamese Steak Noodle Salad might be just the main course you are searching for. This recipe makes 4 servings with 546 calories, 26g of protein, and 35g of fat each. This recipe covers 19% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. If you have flour, shallots, thai basil leaves, and a few other ingredients on hand, you can make it. To use up the sugar you could follow this main course with the Whole Wheat Refined Sugar Free Sugar Cookies as a dessert. It can be enjoyed any time, but it is especially good for valentin day. This recipe is typical of Vietnamese cuisine. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes about 30 minutes. It is a good option if you're following a dairy free diet.
Instructions
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Preheat broiler with rack 4 in. from heating element.
Meanwhile, put steak in a medium bowl and pour in 2 tbsp. soy sauce, turning steak to coat.
Let sit for a few minutes. Make dressing: In a small bowl, combine lime juice, fish sauce, sugar, chile, and remaining 1 tbsp. soy sauce; set aside.
Cook noodles in boiling water until tender, about 2 minutes, then drain.
Broil steak on a broiler pan, turning once, until done the way you like, about 12 minutes for medium-rare.
Let rest 10 minutes, then slice thinly.
Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, heat oil until it registers 350 on a candy thermometer. Dust shallots evenly in flour to coat and cook in oil, carefully stirring, until browned, about 4 minutes.
Transfer to paper towel to drain.
In a large bowl, combine noodles, sliced steak, herbs, and half the reserved dressing. Divide mixture among 4 plates, sprinkle evenly with shallots, and serve remaining dressing on the side.