YIN YANG CHICKEN NOODLE SALAD

Yin Yang Chicken Noodle Salad image

Provided by dojemi

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

1/4 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup rice wine vinegar
1 teaspoon gingerroot, minced
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons peanut oil
2 tablespoons sesame oil
1 lb chinese noodles or 1 lb linguine
1 cup carrot, julienne
1 cup celery, julienne
1 cup English cucumber, julienne
1/2 cup scallion, thinly sliced on a diagonal
1 1/2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut in strips and sauteed
1 tablespoon cilantro, finely chopped
1 teaspoon cilantro, finely chopped
2 teaspoons black sesame seeds
2 teaspoons sesame seeds
boston lettuce or savoy cabbage, leaves

Steps:

In a small bowl, whisk together the ingredients for the dressing.
Set aside.
Cook the noodles/pasta in boiling salted water according to the instructions on the package.
Rinse in cold water and drain for cold salad or drain and place in a large bowl if serving immediately.
Add the vegetables and chicken to the pasta.
Pour in the dressing and toss to coat evenly.
Sprinkle with the cilantro and sesame seeds.
Toss to coat.
To serve, line a plate or bowl with the lettuce/cabbage leaves.
Top with salad and enjoy!