Serves 6
Using chicken satay as a starting point, this dish is a bit more upscale. It's a great luncheon or brunch item because it's not heavy or overpowering, but still rich in flavor.
Thai Noodles with Chicken and Pork
For the sauce:
½ cup peanut butter
½ cup soy sauce
1 teaspoon minced garlic
3 tablespoons sesame oil
3 tablespoons honey
1 teaspoon hot chili oil
¼ teaspoon white pepper
For the noodles:
1 pound dry flat Asian noodles
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 teaspoon sesame oil
½ teaspoon minced garlic
½ pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, sliced thin
½ pound boneless pork tenderloin, cut into thin strips
1 large yellow onion, diced
6 ounces salad shrimp
6–8 green onions, trimmed, white portions sliced, green portions julienned
- Place all of the sauce ingredients in a blender and process until smooth; set aside.
- Bring a large pot of water to boil over high heat. Prepare the noodles according to package directions, drain, and stir in the sauce mixture, reserving ¼ cup; set aside.
- Heat the oils in a large sautée pan over high heat. Add the garlic and sautée briefly.
- Add the chicken, pork, and onion, and sauté for 5 to 6 minutes or until the meats are cooked through.
- Add the white portion of the green onion and the shrimp and sautée for 2 more minutes.
- Add the green parts of the onions and the remaining sauce, stirring until everything is well coated.
- To serve, place the noodles on a large platter and top with the meat sautée. Pass additional hot chili oil separately.