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Nutritional Info
  • Amount Per Serving
  • Calories: 235.9
  • Total Fat: 6.6 g
  • Cholesterol: 39.9 mg
  • Sodium: 1,000.4 mg
  • Total Carbs: 26.0 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 3.0 g
  • Protein: 19.4 g

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Thai Noodle Salad


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Thai Noodle Salad

Introduction

You'll get 100% of your daily vitamin C with this dish! You'll get 100% of your daily vitamin C with this dish!

Ingredients

    • 6 oz. dried vermicelli
    • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
    • 1/4 cup low-sodium vegetable broth
    • 2 tablespoons peanut butter
    • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
    • 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
    • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, minced
    • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
    • 1 1/2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or chopped
    • 1 red sweet pepper, seeded and cut into thin strips
    • 3 green onions, cut diagonally into 1/2 inch pieces
    • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
    • lime wedges for garnish

Directions

1. Cook vermicelli according to package instructions, drain and set aside.



2. In a medium saucepan, combine soy sauce, broth, peanut butter, lime juice, ginger and crushed red pepper. Cook over medium-low heat until peanut butter is melted.



3. Add cooked pasta and toss to coat evenly.



4. Stir in cooked chicken, sweet red pepper, green onions and cilantro.



5. Serve with lime wedges.



Serves 4.



Reprinted with permission by Public Health – Seattle & King County






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  • Incredible!
    6 of 6 people found this review helpful
    This is THE best recipe I have found on Spark so far!!! I used rice noodles as my husband and I both do not like pasta. Could eat this every day and not be tired of it. Thanks for sharing your recipe!!! - 10/22/07

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  • Very Good
    5 of 5 people found this review helpful
    Very good! Really liked the different taste from our usual menus. Added frozen stir fry veggies to help stretch the meal out a bit. Thumbs up from my husband - 1/28/09

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  • Very Good
    4 of 4 people found this review helpful
    Very good and very easy to make. Lots of flavor. I eliminated the onion and added carrots, green pepper and bean sprouts to up the veggies. This is a great recipe to take to work for lunch as it's good either hot or cold. - 4/21/09

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  • O.K.
    3 of 14 people found this review helpful
    This dish must be good, but it has way too much sodium and cutting down the soy is the way to make this more healthful. - 4/3/09

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  • Incredible!
    3 of 3 people found this review helpful
    OMG This is fabulous Thai food! There is no place to get Thai where I live and this recipe satisfies my cravings! - 1/17/09

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  • Very Good
    3 of 3 people found this review helpful
    Yummy - I tripled the recipe for a party of 40 folks. Used it as a side dish and therefore omitted the chicken. Got rave reviews. Why did I shop for anything at Costco?! Everyone loved the SparkRecipes more :) - 1/13/09

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  • Very Good
    2 of 2 people found this review helpful
    I made this tonight, but did not put chicken in it. It was a side dish with pork chops. I also shredded carrot in it, in place of onion since my husband doesn't care for onion. - 1/30/09

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  • 2 of 4 people found this review helpful
    This is deliious - as good as some restaurants. Next time I will use 1/2 of the soy sauce - even with lo-sodium soy sauce still too much sodium for someone with high blood pressure. Loved the flavor! - 4/16/08

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  • Very Good
    1 of 1 people found this review helpful
    This was a great-tasting and quick meal. I added some white onion sauteed in a tiny bit of sesame oil and a splash of fish sauce, shredded carrots, and julienned cucumber (added separately in the tracker) to bulk up the servings to a generous meal size for 4, and it was great. - 4/13/11

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  • Very Good
    1 of 1 people found this review helpful
    Wow. What a tasty dish. The next time I make it I am going to add a bit more heat (fresh chili sauce) because I like it a bit more spicy. - 2/27/10

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  • Incredible!
    1 of 1 people found this review helpful
    No a big Thai food fan, but this was excellent. Husband loved it, he added extra crushed red peppers to his plate, he loves a little extra heat. He's looking forward to the leftovers for lunch. Will make again for sure. - 8/25/09

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  • Very Good
    1 of 1 people found this review helpful
    I made this for supper tonight & everyone enjoyed it! I used cubed firm tofu instead of chicken, added a little extra lime juice & I used ginger powder instead of fresh ginger. Otherwise I followed the recipe exactly. I like the idea of about adding extra veggies ~ I may try that next time. - 7/6/09

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  • Incredible!
    1 of 1 people found this review helpful
    This dish has so much flavor! This was the best recipe I have made in a while. My boyfriend and I loved it and we have leftovers for lunch tomorrow also. I am adding this to my permanent recipes to make. - 5/4/08

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  • Incredible!
    1 of 1 people found this review helpful
    Unbelievably delicious!!! I have made this twice in a week and I prefer it with ww linguine noodle and LOTS of red pepper flakes! SO good! - 4/12/08

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  • Very Good
    1 of 1 people found this review helpful
    The whole family thought this was great. In fact, we're having it again tonight. It lends itself well to many vegetables and the spicyness can be adjusted to your family's tastes. I will probably add more nuts or seeds to give it additional crunch. Terrific for a summer meal! - 4/9/08

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  • Incredible!
    1 of 1 people found this review helpful
    This was great! A good low-cal alternative to some of those pre-packaged thai noodle mixes. Definitely be sure to use the low-sodium products suggested otherwise I think this would be too salty. - 11/4/07

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  • Great flavours really liked this recipe, I used rice noodles instead of the vermicelli and it was delicious, I will be making this again and again, - 3/9/13

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  • Love this dish! Going to make it tonight! Yum - 2/7/13

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  • Really good! I used whole wheat vermicelli & added 1 tsp. honey to balance the sauce for me. Also added extra veggies (broccoli and carrots) to increase the portion. I've had it for lunch every day and I'm still looking forward to eating it again. Might add a few sliced almonds for more crunch. - 1/10/13

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  • I was nervous making this recipe as I have never had Thai food before but last night I went out for dinner and had a Thai Noodle Salad and decided to try it. This recipe is so easy and yummy! I was not able to find vermicelli so I used whole wheat linguini instead. Will be making this again! - 7/25/12

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  • I also lessened the salt (and then added fish sauce), but very good and easy to make, especially if I just substitute frozen cut onions and peppers for the veggies. - 11/29/11

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  • Excellent recipe! Couldn't find vermicelli, so I just used spaghetti. We took it to a party, and everyone loved it! I will make this again--will be a perfect dish to make ahead and take for lunch at work! - 10/2/11

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  • Thai Noodle Salad was quick and easy to make. Recipe very tasty and a nice treat. I will make this for dinner again. Excellent over whole wheat vermicelli. - 9/16/11

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  • Wow! What a yummy surprise! Love this recipe and so did the entire family. - 8/20/11

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  • Great stuff! I used Kikkoman Ponzo lime soy sauce for even more flavor...Hubby and I both loved...Served with the Thai Coconut Chicken Soup for a "Thai night"... - 8/8/11

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  • The kids even liked it. I used Thai Kitchen's Stir-Fry Rice Noodles, added more broth and bean sprouts and it was perfect. - 7/26/11

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  • Delicious hot or cold. Mint works well in this recipe as well. - 7/25/11

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  • Really enjoyed this. I used Dreamfield's angel hair pasta, added chopped cucumber and grated carrots, and stirred in a tablespoon of red curry paste in the sauce. I halved the soy sauce amount and it was fine. Many thanks! - 6/5/11

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  • This looks delicious ... but 1000 mg of sodium per serving? That seems excessive. I'll try making it with homemade, salt-free veggie broth and Braggs Liquid Aminos for the soy sauce. I bet it'll be tasty sans chicken, too. - 6/3/11

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  • sauce needs to be thicker, I used cornstarch to thicken. Very good. - 5/21/11

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  • My hubby and I made this with shrimp...VERY tasty!!! - 4/27/11

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  • This really hit the spot when you crave chinese food. It was a great dish for only a few of my daily calories. - 4/1/11

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  • This is really, really yummy! I love Thai food, and going out to eat all the time gets expensive! I'll be using this recipe to SHRINK my waistline and INCREASE my bank account! Thanks! - 3/9/11

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  • Yum - 2/3/11

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  • This was excellent and easy. Followed another poster's suggestion and added shredded carrots. Yum! - 11/4/10

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  • I'm so sad! I must have done something wrong b/c I'm not getting the same flavor as everyone else. It was kind of bland & I even doubled the garlic and pepper flakes. I halved the soy & replaced w/veggie broth. The only thing I can think of is that I used natural pb. Will try again... - 9/16/10

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  • My hubby and I loved this dish! So many great tastes! - 2/26/10

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  • Enjoyed this, would definitely eat this again but would add more spices and more liquid. - 1/21/10

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  • this was a great recipe.i changed it around a bit..used wheat pasta,half of soy.(because of salt)i used apple vinegar 1 tablespoon of peanut butter and 2 packets sweet&low.season to taste.i also added shredded carrots and snow peas.it was a great dinner..yummm - 5/22/09

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  • Wonderful hot or cold - 4/17/09

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  • My husband and I both LOVED this!! I substituted orzo for vermicelli. Recipe has wonderful bold flavors. This will be a summer staple! - 4/15/09

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  • My family loved this despite how much soy sauce is in it. We'll cut it by half next time and add more veggies. They all were raving about how good it tasted. Thanks!! - 4/13/09

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  • I can't wait to try this recipe... - 4/11/09

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  • Delicious meal! We will definitely cook this one again! - 4/9/09

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  • This was so incredibly good, I had to make it again the next day! I'm thinking on having it for one of the side dishes at our wedding reception. - 4/8/09

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  • INCREDIBLE! I made this as a side dish, so I left out the chicken and paired it with the Thai Chicken Wraps (also AMAZING) as the main dish. My husband was singing my praises all night :) Will definitely be making again and again!
    - 4/8/09

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  • I can't wait to try this ! - 4/5/09

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  • At first glance I thought it was too many calories. Lucky I reread it and saw chicken in it. This should be very tasty. I like the tip to add stir veggies. :) - 4/4/09

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  • can wait to try this it really sounds good, it's making my mouth water... - 4/4/09

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  • Nice... - 4/4/09

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  • Thanks for the recipe. I just made a version tonight. 2T soy, 3/8c broth, chunky PB, no cilantro or ginger, 1/8t red pepp, pork instead ckn, all three colored peppers. Very tastey. Better warm, though. Will make again! Oh WW linguine, too. - 4/3/09

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  • Very Good
    0 of 1 people found this review helpful
    Aroi Aroi !! - 4/3/09

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  • 0 of 1 people found this review helpful
    I am definitely going to try this recipe!!!! - 4/3/09

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  • Very Good
    0 of 1 people found this review helpful
    I am really looking forward to trying this recipe. - 4/3/09

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  • 0 of 1 people found this review helpful
    Sounds delicious! I can't wait to try this one... - 4/3/09

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  • 0 of 5 people found this review helpful
    my blood pressure would go through the roof with that much sodium. Sounds like a tasty dish but I'd have to do quite a bit of substitutions. - 4/3/09

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  • Was excellent! Even my husband liked it and he is not usually fond of this type of food. As a matter of fact he actually asked for seconds! - 4/3/09

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  • 0 of 4 people found this review helpful
    I could feel my feet swelling just reading how much sodium is in this - 4/3/09

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  • Lovely recipe and it taste delious and the family love it. - 4/3/09

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  • Excellent! I substituted shrimp for chicken and it was fabulous. Definitely will repeat this recipe! - 2/1/09

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  • I loved this recipe and will definitely be making is again - 2/1/09

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  • This is yummy! I used 1 tsp. saffron, to add color, i substitute fish or shrimp sauce,instead of soy sauce, and i added 2 tablespoons fresh young garlic leaves chopped. - 1/26/09

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  • This is awesome! I made it with shrimp and I couldn't stop eating it. - 1/26/09

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  • I am making this for dinner tonight! I am using shrimp instead of chicken this time! I love all the flavors and textures in this recipe! - 1/26/09

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  • I made this last night and I loved it!!! Great flavor and works well as leftovers for the next day. I added more crushed red pepper (I like it spicy). I also used chicken broth instead of veggie broth. I added some slaw mix to it and that added more veggies to my daily count. - 1/21/09

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  • I can't wait to try this! It looks super and easy too! Two of my favorite things! :) - 1/17/09

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  • So good! Made with beef for my boyfriend and tofu for myself. So yummy, will be making again! - 1/12/09

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  • 0 of 1 people found this review helpful
    This sounds great but where do you get sunflower seed butter, I have never heard of it. - 12/31/08

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  • I loved this recipe! I used 16 oz of rice noodles, added an extra red pepper, diced dried red chilies, bean sprouts, green pepper, onions and tofu. I doubled all of the other ingredients. I marinated the tofu in Kraft Low-Fat Asian Seasame dressing, and cooked all of the ingredients in a wok! A+ - 11/18/08

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  • My husband and I LOVE this one - it's a definite staple of ours. - 10/20/08

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  • Delicious! I added chicken breat to make it a main dish. - 10/13/08

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  • Made it for lunch. Everyone loved it. Really easy toi make. - 10/11/08

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  • Yup, it's as good as everyone says! - 10/8/08

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  • 0 of 2 people found this review helpful
    This sounds delicious. Planning to try it following JennyPieske's lead to reduce the sodium. - 10/6/08

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  • 0 of 3 people found this review helpful
    watch the sodium content! - 10/6/08

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  • 0 of 1 people found this review helpful
    I will definitely try this yum yum. - 10/5/08

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  • VERY good! Try using PB2 for the peanut butterand whole wheat spaghetti - more fiber, way less fat! - 10/5/08

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  • 0 of 2 people found this review helpful
    Seems like a nice recipe for the exception of the Peanut Butter. Can it be substituted to something else? I know it's Thai Food and they cook with that ingredient, however peanut butter is not an everyday staple in my life. Very rare and only on toast and very little. - 10/5/08

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  • This was so good!!! One of my friends is allergic to peanuts so when I made hers I used SUNBUTTER, tastes like peanut butter but is made from sunflower seeds.
    So Tasty my girlfriends loved it when I served it at our brunch!!! And my family loved it as well.
    TT
    M - 10/5/08

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  • 0 of 1 people found this review helpful
    From reading all the positive comments am going to make it this week . Love Tai foods. - 7/21/08

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  • Extremely flavorful! I left out the hot pepper, and tripled the garlic. Next time, I may add some shredded romaine, or carrots, to add bulk and fiber. - 7/20/08

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  • My daughter and I liked this recipe. For two servings, I cut everything in half except the sauce ingredients. We agreed that it was a very good lunch and will probably make it again. - 7/5/08

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  • I love this recipe! It's so wonderful, and pretty quick and easy. - 6/2/08

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  • Incredible!
    0 of 1 people found this review helpful
    As far as the sodium youch! However, I decided to change it up a bit. This calls for 1/4 cup of soy sauce (YIKES!) I cut that back to 1/8 cup and just put in an extra 1/8 cup of chicken broth. That nearly cuts the sodium in half for this recipe. To lower it even more you could try low sodium soy! - 4/11/08

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  • Broccoli would be good in this...so would carrots. - 4/8/08

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  • absolutely fabulous, I made it tonight it was very quick and very tasty. I forgot to put the cilantro in and was still good. It could use something sweet to offset the spice but not sure what. I will make again and try to figure out...definitely recommend! - 4/7/08

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  • Made this for dinner as part of my Asian Buffet I make for DH and I. I omitted the chicken and made it vegetarian. Also, I did sub reg ww spaghetti for the vermacelli, which worked out great as well! This was fantastic and will be added to our Asian Buffet on a regular basis! - 4/6/08

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  • Wow! What an amazing combination of tastes! Why eat out when you can make something so fabulous and easy at home? I will make this one again and again. - 4/5/08

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  • I like this but for some reason following the directions on the package for the noodles did not cook them. I also left out the red pepper flakes because I am not a spicy food person. My son also thought this to be fabulous. - 4/5/08

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  • Like the other comments said, definitely only use low-soduim versions of soy sacue and broth! Otherwise easy and tasty and delicious with bean sprouts and tofu! - 4/5/08

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  • DUKHEDZ....Try with sunflower seed butter. Hope this helps. - 4/3/08

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  • Outstanding meal and simple to make! I will pass this recipe on and continue to make this masterpiece. - 4/2/08

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  • 0 of 1 people found this review helpful
    Can PB be left out or something else used in its place? My son is allergic to peanuts. - 4/2/08

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  • Incredible!
    0 of 1 people found this review helpful
    Can't wait to make this! Sounds divine... - 4/2/08

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  • This was so good. I dislike ginger, onions and cilantro so I used bean sprouts and upped the garlic and red pepper accordingly. My family loved this! - 3/28/08

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  • Way good! Didn't change anything. Great for leftover sticky chicken - 3/26/08

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  • Tooooooooooooo good! Love this recipe. I will make this again and again. I did substitute Barilla Plus thin spaghetti for the vermicelli, otherwise didn't change a thing. Yummy - 3/22/08

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  • Great use for leftover chicken. I used chicken broth LF chunky PB and a pinch of brown sugar. Didn't have any soy sauce, substituted 2 tsp. 5 spice chinese sauce. Made a huge difference. Would use more lime juice next time. DH loved it. Will definitely make again. - 3/22/08

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  • This was great, shared recipe with many co-workers when I brought to a potluck! - 3/19/08

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  • This is an excellent recipe. I added 2 cups of fresh bean sprouts to stretch the pasta a little further. - 3/10/08

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