15 Best Rice Noodle Recipes - Easy Rice Noodle Dishes

2022-05-21 21:33:02 By : Mr. Peter Wang

You might never order takeout pad Thai again.

Here at Delish, we take any opportunity to base a meal around one of our favorite ingredients: noodles. Ramen noodles, spaghetti, udon noodles, soba, it makes our heads spin! The options are truly endless. Rice noodles top the favorite noodle list and are a constant favorite: With just the right chewy toothsomeness, they hold sauce incredibly well and (bonus!) they're naturally gluten free. Whether you're making curries, stir-fries, or soups, rice noodles are a great hearty addition to any meal. Your first stop? Try a traditional shrimp drunken noodle before going across the pond with our fusion Thai drunken carbonara noodles. Next up, the noodle-filled heaven that is our take on the Vietnamese soup, Instant Pot Pho. If you want a lighter take, look no further than our summer rolls with peanut dipping sauce.

Cooking rice noodles can be confusing, though; every package seems to have different instructions. Some call for boiling and others for soaking the noodles in hot or room temperature water. Be sure to check the instructions on the packaging beforehand. Whatever route you take, you can rinse the cooked noodles under cold water to remove excess starch, and coat them in a little neutral cooking oil if you don't plan to use them right away. If the noodles do clump, just rinse them under cool water and drain right before using; they should easily come apart. Whether you choose a Thai fried noodle or Vietnamese feast, try some favorites to accompany your meal. Thai iced tea and mango sticky rice are the perfect end to a Thai-inspired meal, and you might never drink regular iced coffee again when you try a Vietnamese iced coffee. Sub in sweetened condensed milk, and you will be transported.

Feel free to swap in your favorite quick-cooking vegetables, and adjust the amount of curry paste to your spice preference. P.S. This recipe is also great with Thai basil, which is a bit more peppery than the regular kind. Get the Thai Red Curry Coconut Noodles recipe.

With soy sauce-infused flank steak and broccoli, these rice noodles are packed with flavor. You just might find yourself using this sauce on everything: roasted Brussels sprouts, baked salmon, even chicken tenders. Get the Beef & Broccoli Noodles recipe.

We start with sweet-spicy Thai drunken noodle base and combine it with a classic creamy Italian carbonara of pappardelle and pancetta. We don't know exactly why this combination works, but it just does. Get the Thai Drunken Carbonara Noodles recipe.

These homemade summer rolls make the perfect light appetizer or lunch, especially when dipped in a homemade peanut dipping sauce. Summer rolls are endlessly adaptable, too; The shrimp can be replaced with slices of cooked pork, cilantro can take the place of mint or basil, and romaine is a great sub for the crunchy vegetable filling. Get the Summer Rolls With Peanut Dipping Sauce recipe.

This sweet-spicy takeout favorite might actually be quicker than delivery. Absolutely necessary for our recipe: fish sauce. It's easy to find at nearly every grocery store and adds an unbeatable punch of umami goodness. Top with plenty of hot prik nam pla and dinner is served. Get the Easy Pad Thai recipe.

The primary job of a great soup, other than providing tons of flavor, is to give you that stick-to-your-ribs warmth. The Vietnamese beef bone-based soup is usually full of noodles, fresh herbs and any number of toppings like cilantro, bean sprouts, thinly sliced round eye, or even meatballs. This pho comes together in just an hour (yet it tastes like it's been simmering all day) and will have you feeling like a real pho-fessional. Get the Instant Pot Pho recipe.

This dish is easy, fast, and spicy. Adjust the chili garlic sauce as you like, but we love the sweet heat of this dish as is. Give our Asian Chicken Noodle Soup a try next. Get the Spicy Chili Garlic Noodles recipe.

These turkey meatballs are the perfect dinner to get you back on track after a long string of late-night takeout. They're packed full of flavor. If you're wanting a lighter spin, serve them over a bed of greens. Get the Instant Pot Thai Turkey Meatballs with Rice Noodles recipe.

What's better than shrimp pad Thai? When it's easier and quicker than delivery like this recipe! Not in the mood for shrimp? Top with baked tofu or slices of tender flank steak. Get the Easy Shrimp Pad Thai recipe.

We're drunk in love. The wider the rice noodle the better for this recipe: They soak up the sweet, tangy sauce and plenty of chili crisp. Get the Shrimp Drunken Noodles recipe.

Shrimp and noodles is one of our favorite classic combos. The creamy-tangy coconut sauce is so delicious, you'll want to eat it straight from the skillet. Get the Cilantro-Lime Noodles with Shrimp recipe.

Skip the Thai takeout and make your own coconutty curry at home! This easy chicken noodle curry comes together easily for a simple weeknight dinner that's full of flavor. Get the Chicken Noodle Curry recipe.

Thin vermicelli rice noodles are ideal for noodle salads, as they cook up fast and absorb sauce quickly. This sweet yet tangy sauce gets plenty of heat thanks to fresh jalapeño. Too hot? Sprinkling chopped peanuts helps neutralize excess spiciness. Get the Vietnamese Noodle Salad recipe.

Tender, spicy turkey meets the crunch of cucumbers and snow peas in this salad that has a delicious depth of flavor and textures. Get the Gingery Asian Noodle Salad with Turkey and Cucumbers recipe.

These crisp, refreshing (yet hot!) lettuce wraps are the ideal warm-weather meal. We pack all the flavors of a spicy stir fry into a bite-sized lettuce cup. We love dipping these in a tamarind dipping sauce. Get the Mongolian Chicken Stir Fry recipe.