Best 4 Vietnamese Noodle Salad With Lemongrass Chicken Recipes

Savor the delectable flavors of Vietnamese cuisine with this tantalizing recipe for Vietnamese noodle salad with lemongrass chicken. This dish embodies the perfect balance of tangy, savory, and refreshing flavors, showcasing the vibrant essence of Vietnamese cooking. Succulent chicken marinated in aromatic lemongrass, tender rice noodles, a medley of crisp vegetables, and a lip-smacking dressing come together to create an unforgettable culinary experience. Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with this authentic and flavorful Vietnamese noodle salad.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

VIETNAMESE NOODLES WITH LEMONGRASS CHICKEN

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Recipe video above. This Vietnamese lemongrass marinade is exceptional - you'll absolutely love it! This is one of my siganture recipes - it's as delicious as it is healthy, ideal for making ahead, for midweek meals and a cheap (impressive) meal idea for large groups. DON'T BE DAUNTED by the list of ingredients - the ingredients for the marinade and sauce are largely the same!

Provided by Nagi

Categories Noodles

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 25

Ingredients

600 - 800g / 1.2 - 1.6lb chicken thigh fillets (, skinless and boneless or breast (or pork, beef or any seafood))
1 stalk lemongrass (, white part only, bruised them sliced into pieces easy to pick out later (Note 1))
2 garlic cloves (, finely chopped or minced)
2 tbsp lime juice
2 tbsp fish sauce ((Note 2))
1 tbsp soy sauce ((all purpose or light, NOT dark soy))
2 tbsp brown sugar
1 tbsp vegetable oil
1/4 cup fish sauce ((Note 3))
4 tbsp rice vinegar
2 tbsp white sugar
1/2 cup water
2 garlic cloves (, finely chopped)
1 red birds eye chilli (, finely chopped (Note 4))
3 tbsp lime juice
1/2 tbsp oil
200 g / 7 oz vermicelli noodles (, dried)
2 carrots (, julienned)
2 cucumbers (, julienned (optional: remove seeds))
5 cups iceberg lettuce (, finely sliced)
3 cups bean sprouts
Handful of mint leaves
Handful of cilantro/coriander
Sliced red chilli ((for garnish - optional))
Lime wedges ((to serve - optional but recommended))

Steps:

Combine Chicken and Marinade ingredients and set aside for at least 1 hour, up to 24 hours. (Note 4)
Heat 1/2 tbsp oil in a fry pan over medium heat (or heat the BBQ). Remove chicken from marinade, shaking off large bits of lemongrass (small bits should fall off during cooking).
Place chicken in the pan and cook each side until dark golden brown and chicken is just cooked through - about 6 to 8 minutes in total.
Remove from pan, shaking off any remaining bits of visible lemongrass and set aside to rest for 5 minutes. Then slice into thin pieces.
Combine the Nuoc Cham ingredients and mix well to dissolve the sugar. Adjust to your taste (spiciness, lime, sweetness) and set aside for at least 20 minutes.
Soak the vermicelli noodles in hot water for 3 minutes (or according to packet instructions), then drain and rinse under cold water to stop the noodles from sticking together.
Individual servings: Place noodles in bowl. Top with vegetables and herbs, and sliced chicken pieces. Drizzle with a few tablespoons of Nuoc Cham Sauce (be generous, ~ 4 tbsp per serving) and serve with lime wedges.
DIY (my preferred way): Place chicken, vegetables, herbs, noodles and sauce in separate bowls / piled on platters. Then let everyone make their own bowls!

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 653 g, Calories 540 kcal, Carbohydrate 65.2 g, Protein 39.9 g, Fat 13.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Sodium 1963 mg, Fiber 3.9 g, Sugar 16.9 g, UnsaturatedFat 11 g

VIETNAMESE NOODLE SALAD WITH LEMONGRASS CHICKEN

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Full of fresh and bold Vietnamese flavors.

Provided by kimmi

Categories Salad Pasta Salad Chicken Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 4h15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 21

Ingredients

4 small skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
3 red chile peppers, stemmed
3 cloves garlic
2 stalks lemongrass, white parts only, finely sliced
4 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons fish sauce
2 teaspoons sesame oil
2 teaspoons white sugar
1 teaspoon flaked sea salt
2 tablespoons white sugar
1 medium lemon, juiced
4 tablespoons water, or more as needed
2 tablespoons fish sauce
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
1 red chile pepper, finely chopped
1 (8 ounce) package vermicelli rice noodles
½ cup baby lettuce, or to taste
½ cup julienned cucumber, or to taste
½ cup finely shredded carrot, or to taste
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh cilantro, or to taste
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh mint, or to taste

Steps:

Place chicken into a large zip-top freezer bag.
Combine red chile peppers, garlic, lemongrass, olive oil, fish sauce, sesame oil, sugar, and sea salt in a food processor. Blend until finely chopped and combined. Pour marinade into the freezer bag , making sure chicken is well coated. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 3 hours, or up to overnight.
Remove chicken from the refrigerator 30 minutes before cooking to allow to come to room temperature.
Heat a large cast iron or nonstick pan over medium-high heat. Cook chicken in batches until golden and caramelized on the outside and no longer pink in the centers, 7 to 10 minutes. Transfer chicken to a cutting board and cut into thick slices using a sharp knife.
Place sugar in a medium bowl. Add lemon juice and stir to dissolve. Stir in water and fish sauce, followed by garlic and chile pepper. Allow flavors to settle, 5 to 10 minutes. Taste and adjust for seasoning; add more lemon juice or sugar as needed.
Meanwhile, place noodles in a large bowl and cover with hot water. Set aside until noodles are softened, about 15 minutes.
Place cooked noodles into serving bowls. Top with chicken, lettuce, cucumber, carrot, cilantro, mint, and sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 517.4 calories, Carbohydrate 66.8 g, Cholesterol 48.2 mg, Fat 18.6 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 21.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 1691.2 mg, Sugar 11.7 g

VIETNAMESE LEMONGRASS CHICKEN

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This recipe is from rasamalaysia.com. It's a food/recipe blog I stumbled upon and it's great food porn. He states in the recipe that this is not exactly authentic but delicious nonetheless. I tried it tonight in bun(Vietnamese cold noodle salad) and it was soooo good! Would be so good on just plain steamed white rice too!

Provided by Japanese Delight

Categories Chicken

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

2 tablespoons fish sauce
3 garlic cloves, crushed
1 tablespoon curry powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons sugar
1 1/2 lbs boneless cubed skinless chicken breasts
3 tablespoons water
3 tablespoons cooking oil
2 fresh lemongrass, stalks tender inner white bulbs only, minced
1 large shallot, thinly sliced
3 chilies, seeded and minced
1 scallion, for garnishing

Steps:

In a bowl, combine the fish sauce, garlic, curry powder, salt, and 1 1/2 teaspoons of the sugar. Add the chicken meat to coat. Marinade for 1/2 hour to a hour.
In a small skillet, mix the remaining 2 tablespoons of sugar with 1 tablespoon of the water and cook over high heat, stirring until the sugar is dissolved. Cook without stirring until a deep amber caramel forms. Remove from the heat and stir in the remaining 2 tablespoons of water. Transfer to a bowl.
Heat a wok over high heat. Add the oil and heat until shimmering. Add the lemongrass, shallot, and chilies and stir-fry until fragrant. Add the chicken and caramel and stir-fry until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce is slightly thickened. Transfer to a bowl and top with the scallion. Serve with steamed white rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 338.3, Fat 12.6, SaturatedFat 1.9, Cholesterol 99, Sodium 1101.4, Carbohydrate 14.2, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 10.1, Protein 41.1

VIETNAMESE LEMONGRASS BEEF AND NOODLE SALAD

Vietnamese Lemongrass Beef and Noodle Salad image

Bun bo xao, a zesty stir-fry of marinated beef hot from the wok paired with room temperature rice noodles, makes a satisfying main-course salad year-round. Dressed with a classic Vietnamese dipping sauce and topped with roasted peanuts, the flavors are clean, bright and restorative. Yes, this recipe calls for a lot of ingredients, but the prep is simple, and it's an easy introduction to Vietnam cooking for the uninitiated.

Provided by David Tanis

Categories dinner, lunch, pastas, salads and dressings, main course

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 24

Ingredients

4 tablespoons Demerara or granulated light brown sugar
3 tablespoons rice vinegar
4 tablespoons lime juice, from 2 large limes
4 tablespoons best quality fish sauce, such as Red Boat
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 1-inch length ginger, peeled and minced
1 medium-hot red chile, such as Fresno, chopped
1 hot red or green bird chile, thinly sliced
12 ounces rice vermicelli noodles
1 pound beef skirt steak or sirloin, in thin 1/4-inch slices
2 tablespoons best quality fish sauce, such as Red Boat
1 tablespoon Demerara or granulated light brown sugar
3 garlic cloves, minced
3 tablespoons finely chopped lemon grass, tender centers only
1 head lettuce, such as butter lettuce or Little Gems, tender center leaves separated
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
4 scallions, slivered
1 medium carrot, cut in 3-inch lengths, julienned (about 1 cup)
1 small cucumber, 3-inch lengths, julienned (about 1 cup)
1 3-inch length daikon radish, julienned (about 1 cup)
Mixture of cilantro sprigs, mint leaves, basil leaves and small perilla (shiso) leaves, about 3 cups
4 tablespoons crushed roasted peanuts
4 tablespoons fried shallots, available in Asian groceries (or make your own using this recipe)
Small handful bean sprouts or sunflower sprouts (optional)

Steps:

In a small bowl combine sugar, rice vinegar and lime juice and stir to dissolve. Add fish sauce, garlic, ginger, chiles and 1/2 cup water and stir together. Let sit for 15 minutes for flavors to meld. (May be prepared a day ahead and refrigerated.)
Bring a large pot of water to the boil. Add rice noodles, stir and turn off heat. Let noodles soften (5 to 8 minutes, depending on brand), then drain and rinse with cold water. Leave in colander at room temperature.
Meanwhile, combine beef, fish sauce, sugar, garlic and lemon grass in a bowl. Massage seasoning into beef and let sit for 15 minutes.
Line a serving bowl or four individual large wide soup bowls with a few lettuce leaves and top with noodles.
Heat the oil in a wok over high heat. When wok is nearly smoking, add beef and quickly stir-fry until lightly browned and just cooked, about 2 minutes. Work in batches if necessary so meat browns and doesn't steam. (If you do not have a wok, you may use a cast iron skillet and work in batches.)
Top noodles with cooked beef, scallions, carrot, cucumber and daikon. Sprinkle with herbs, crushed peanuts and fried shallots (add sprouts if using). Drizzle lightly with dipping sauce and pass remaining sauce at table.

Tips:

Use fresh ingredients: The fresher the ingredients, the better the salad will taste. If possible, buy your vegetables and herbs from a farmers market or local grocery store.
Don't overcook the chicken: Chicken should be cooked until it is just cooked through, but not overcooked. Overcooked chicken will be dry and tough.
Make the dressing ahead of time: The dressing can be made up to 2 days in advance. This will save you time when you're assembling the salad.
Use a variety of vegetables and herbs: This will give the salad a complex flavor and texture. Some good options include carrots, cucumbers, tomatoes, red onions, cilantro, and basil.
Don't be afraid to experiment: There are many different ways to make this salad. Feel free to add or subtract ingredients to suit your own taste.

Conclusion:

This Vietnamese noodle salad with lemongrass chicken is a delicious and healthy meal that is perfect for a hot summer day. It is also a great way to use up leftover chicken. The salad is packed with flavor, thanks to the lemongrass, ginger, and lime dressing. The chicken is tender and juicy, and the vegetables are crisp and refreshing. This salad is sure to be a hit at your next potluck or barbecue.