For days when recovering from a knock-out punch from life...
We've all had days when things not only go wrong but also raise self-doubts.
Like: will I end my days as a bag lady pushing around a wonky trolly filled with my tattered worldly goods? Or: do I need a good shaking up? Or: am I just being hopelessly neurotic?
On such days the temptation to dive into the carbs and sugar is high.
Here's a dish that will help boost will power and probably improve your mood.
Calamari Salad with bean starch (cellophane) noodles is low in carbs, high in protein and has plenty of fibre. It's quick and easy to make. And it's pretty easy on the wallet -- there will be plenty of protein left over for another meal.
Cost: £2.50'ish (2022)
Feeds: 1
1 knot green bean noodles (also known as crystal, transparent, glass or thread noodles)
70g/2.4oz cooked calamari rings
handful quick cooked green veg: here green beans, also tenderstem broccoli, bak chop, thinly sliced zucchinifew thinly sliced radishes, or half a small chilli, or - if you don't like heat - raw mushroomsOptional Garnish: finely chopped peanuts OR toasted sesame seeds, fresh parsley
Dressing
1tsp sherry1 tsp soy sauce1 tbsp orange juice1 tbsp toasted sesame oil1/4 garlic clove, gratedsimilar amount grated, peeled fresh gingerShake until emulsified, pour over just drained noodlesMix with other ingredients
Method:
- Place noodles in a heatproof bowl; cover with boiling water; rest 5-6 minutes; drain, rinse
- Chop calamari rings into bite-sized pieces; add to noodles
- Add other veg; use a pair of tongs to distribute ingredients evenly
- Make dressing; pour over enough to generously moisten
- Serve
Comment:
'Quick and easy Asian noodle salads are a godsend for busy people; the dressing in this one is nicely fruity.' Retired writer
Tip:
- Replace fresh ginger and garlic with a generous pinch of powdered
- replace 'thread' noodles with egg noodles or others. (See Using your Noodle/s)
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This recipe has been developed by B Lee/ Bright Sun Enterprises and may not be reproduced, in any form, without the author's written permission
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