I first tasted this Salad, in a Pot Luck party. A friend brought it. She called it Sumi salad. Then I was told it is called Fumi salad. What ever it is called, everyone really liked it so we asked her for the recipe.
We have still kept the same basic ingredients, but added jalapeno, Cilantro, thinly sliced colorful sweet peppers etc.
I use peanuts and Almond slices. Peanuts to be added to oil first.
This salad has been a “Hit” every where I have taken it- To parties in India, Canada and to other potluck lunches in The USA.
This is an excellent Lunch item and you can make a LOT or make just enough for four.
This recipe calls for four good size servings. You can double it or triple it.
Once you know the basic items and know what taste you want to create, you can alter per your taste or make enough for a large group. This dish is also great salad dish, specially for agroup.
I rally like it because it can be made ahead of time and keeps good for three days- in the fridge. Actually it tastes better if done a few hours ahead for the ingredients blend in. If you make fresh, noodles will be crunchy-make ahead softens the Noodles. I use packet noodle soup- not in cups . These noodle soups are available in many varieties-use the one of your choice. Make sure not to use the spices that come with the noodles.
This recipe calls for a PKT of Cole Slaw mix, I buy the one with red cabbage in the mix. You can use fresh shredded Cabbage, about 3 cups, and, Red /Purple Cabbage about 1/2 cup plus shredded carrots about 1/2 cup instead. I use the Cole slaw mix as it save a lot of time.. .
I use Rice Vinegar-but Balsamic Vinegar works just as good. I have used Terriyaki Sauce in this recipe. Teriyaki sauce as it has garlic and other spices. Some Teriyaki Sauces have Sesame seeds in them. I buy the one with which is think and has the sesame seeds.
I add little oil just before serving to give a fresh look, mix and garnish, before serving.
Utensils you will need : one large bowl, Large rolling pin, Cup measures, a Knife, two Salad spoons to mix the salad.
Asian Noodle Salad
Description
This salad has been our Family and friends favorite for 20+ years. I have tasted many varieties in Restaurants, salad Bars etc-but this recipe has become the most popular.
INGREDIENTS
INSTRUCTIONS
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First. prepare the coleslaw
Put the Cole Slaw mix in a Mixing bowl. Please4 remove large stem pieces . You may have to use a knife to cut some of them if they are large cabbage pieces.
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Prepare the noodles- I have used the Ramen Noodles that come in the package.
Crush the Noodles gently while still in unopened packet-with a large rolling pin. and add noodles to the mix-not the spices. Do not use the spices that come with the noodles.
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Heat the Oil - medium heat, in a small pot, add peanuts or almonds-turn off heat when the nuts start changing to pink color, then add the sesame seeds-they will turn pinkish.( Add the Jalapeno peppers-let it sizzle for just a few seconds-only if you want it very hot-taste.) Pour this on the Coleslaw and Noodle mixture.
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Aadd Vinegar, salt, teriyaki sauce, black pepper and Soy sauce to the mixture in the Bowl. Add chopped Cilantro and Sesame oil(optional)
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Mix gently and transfer in to serving bowl. You can keep it Sealed/Covered until Serving time to preserve moisture.
