Ingredients

  • 1 x (8-oz) package vermicelli
  • 1 Tbsp. peanut oil
  • 1 lb chicken tenders or possibly boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 4 ounce snow peas (about 1 c.)
  • 6 lrg Boston lettuce leaves
  • 2 lrg , ripe tomatoes, cut into thin wedges
  • 3 Tbsp. sugar
  • 1/3 c. vinegar
  • 1/4 c. peanut oil
  • 3 Tbsp. soy sauce
  • 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
  • 1/4 tsp warm red pepper sauce
  • 1 Tbsp. grated fresh ginger (or possibly 1 tsp. grnd ginger)

Method

  • To prepare dressing, combine all ingredients in a small jar.
  • Cover tightly; shake well.
  • Cook vermicelli according to package directions; drain.
  • Transfer noodles to a bowl; toss with half of the dressing.
  • In a skillet, over medium-high heat, heat oil till warm.
  • Add in chicken; cook, turning often, till lightly browned and cooked through, about 5 min.
  • Add in snow peas; cook and stir till crisp-tender, about 2 min.
  • Remove from heat; cold slightly.
  • Tear chicken into bite-sized pcs; return to skillet.
  • Stir in remaining dressing.
  • To serve, arrange lettuce on a large platter.
  • Top with noodles, tomato wedges and chicken mix.
  • Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds, if you like.
  • Serves 6