Steak and Rice Noodle Salad Recipe

Ingredients:

• 8 oz. rice noodles (vermicelli or flat rice noodles)
• 1 lb flank or sirloin steak
• and pepper, to taste
• 2 tbsp. vegetable oil
• 1 large carrot, julienned
• 1 cucumber, deseeded and julienned
• 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
• 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
• 2 green onions, thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup roasted peanuts, chopped (optional)
• Lime wedges, for serving

Dressing:

• 3 tbsp. soy sauce
• 2 tbsp. fish sauce
• 2 tbsp. lime juice
• 1 tbsp. brown sugar
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 tsp. grated fresh ginger
• 1/2 tsp. chili flakes (or to taste)

Instructions:

1. Start by preparing the rice noodles according to the package instructions. Usually, this involves soaking them in hot water until tender but still firm. Once they are ready, drain and rinse them under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside.
2. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season the steak with salt and pepper on both sides. Place the steak in the skillet and cook for about 3-5 minutes per side for medium-rare, or until it’s cooked to your desired doneness. Remove the steak from the skillet and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing against the grain into thin strips.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together all the dressing ingredients until the sugar is fully dissolved.
4. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked rice noodles, julienned carrot, cucumber, red bell pepper, chopped cilantro, mint leaves, and green onions.
5. Add the sliced steak to the bowl with the noodle mixture.
6. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine all the ingredients.
7. Serve the salad in individual bowls topped with chopped roasted peanuts if desired, and with lime wedges on the side.

For more ideas and variations of a Steak and Rice Noodle Salad, check out these titles, which also offer their own unique takes on the dish:

• “Rice Noodle Salad With Steak” from What’s Gaby Cooking: Recipe Link
• “Weeknight Steak and Rice Noodle Salad Recipe” from Bon Appétit: Recipe Link
• “Skirt Steak Salad with Rice Noodles” from Family Style Food: Recipe Link

Enjoy your delicious Steak and Rice Noodle Salad!