Spicy Lettuce Noodles

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Prep Time:
15 mins

Cook Time:
15 mins

Total Time:
30 mins

Servings:
2

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  • 6 ounces hearts of Romaine and/or Little Gem lettuce

  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil

  • 1 shallot, thinly sliced

  • 1/3 cup sliced green onions

  • 4 cloves garlic, minced

  • 3 tablespoons brown sugar

  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar

  • 1 tablespoon Asian fish sauce, or more to taste

  • 2 teaspoons tamarind paste

  • 1/2 teaspoon soy sauce

  • 2 teaspoons Asian style ground chili sauce (such as Sambal Oelek)

  • 2 teaspoons Sriracha hot sauce

  • 4 ounces dry spaghetti

  • lime wedges (optional)

  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro (optional)

Directions

  • Slice lettuce crosswise into 1-inch strips and transfer into a large bowl.


  • Add vegetable oil to a large skillet, and place over medium-high heat.


  • When the oil is hot, add shallots, green onions, and garlic, and cook and stir until shallots start to turn translucent, about 2 minutes.


  • Add brown sugar, rice vinegar, fish sauce, tamarind paste, soy sauce, chili sauce, and Sriracha, and stir to combine. As soon as the sauce starts to boil, turn off heat and set aside until needed. 


  • Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook spaghetti in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until barely tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes, or about 30 seconds less than package directions.


  • Use tongs to transfer noodles into the pan of sauce, and cook, stirring, over medium-high heat for about 30 seconds. 


  • Transfer noodles and sauce to the bowl of lettuce, and toss until everything is evenly combined, about 1 minute, or longer if you prefer the lettuce more wilted.


  • Serve with fresh lime, more hot sauce, and freshly chopped cilantro if desired.

    John Mitzewich

    Chef’s Note:

    How sweet, sour, spicy, and salty this dish is, is up to you. More fish sauce can be added for a saltier, more intense version, but if you’re new to using an Asian fish sauce be careful, and start slowly. You can always add more to the finished noodles. Same goes for the tamarind, and the spicy ingredients.

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    Nutrition Facts (per serving)

    532
    Calories

    22g
    Fat

    75g
    Carbs

    11g
    Protein

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    Nutrition Facts

    Servings Per Recipe
    2

    Calories
    532

    % Daily Value *

    Total Fat
    22g

    28%

    Saturated Fat
    2g

    9%

    Cholesterol
    0mg

    0%

    Sodium
    1044mg

    45%

    Total Carbohydrate
    75g

    27%

    Dietary Fiber
    6g

    21%

    Total Sugars
    25g

    Protein
    11g

    22%

    Vitamin C
    15mg

    17%

    Calcium
    101mg

    8%

    Iron
    4mg

    22%

    Potassium
    665mg

    14%

    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

    ** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

    (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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