Recipes of Chinese noodles

Photo: Randy Mayor; Styling: Jan Gautro

Bring the flavor of your favorite takeout to the dinner table in just 30 minutes. Add a snow pea sauté to complete the meal. This dish can also be made gluten-free; just be sure to check the labels on some Asian condiments that may contain hidden gluten.

Yield:

4 servings (serving size: 1 3/4 cups)

Ingredients

1 tablespoon dark sesame oil, divided

1 tablespoon grated peeled fresh ginger

2 cups chopped roasted skinless, boneless chicken breasts

1/2 cup chopped green onions

1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce {Check for Gluten}

2 tablespoons rice vinegar

2 tablespoons hoisin sauce {Check for Gluten}

2 teaspoons sambal oelek (ground fresh chile paste)

1 (6.75-ounce) package thin rice sticks (rice-flour noodles)

2 tablespoons chopped dry-roasted peanuts

Preparation

1. Heat 2 teaspoons oil in a small skillet over medium-high heat. Add ginger and garlic to pan; cook 45 seconds, stirring constantly. Place in a large bowl. Stir in remaining 1 teaspoon oil, chicken, and next 6 ingredients (through sambal).

2. Cook noodles according to package directions. Drain and rinse under cold water; drain. Cut noodles into smaller pieces. Add noodles to bowl; toss well to coat. Sprinkle with peanuts.