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Southeast Asian Rice Noodles with Calamari and Herbs

This Southeast Asian rice noodle salad with calamari is a vibrant, high-protein dish that perfectly balances zingy, salty, and spicy flavours. Using fresh lime juice, fish sauce, and a generous handful of aromatic herbs like mint and coriander, this recipe brings a bright lightness to the table. It is an excellent choice for a refreshing summer lunch or a light evening meal when you want something satisfying yet nutritious.

The preparation is remarkably quick, as both the squid and rice vermicelli require only a few minutes in boiling water. By using a single pan for both the seafood and the noodles, you keep the clean-up minimal while ensuring the noodles absorb a hint of savoury depth. Serve this colourful dish immediately to enjoy the contrast of the chilled noodles against the fragrant, freshly chopped spring onions and crisp cucumber.

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Ingredients for Southeast Asian Rice Noodles with Calamari and Herbs

  • 450g cleaned squid, bodies cut into 1/3-inch-thick rings and tentacles halved

  • 230g 1/8-inch-wide dried rice-stick noodles (rice vermicelli)

  • 90ml fresh lime juice

  • 1 tablespoon Asian fish sauce

  • 2 teaspoons sugar

  • 3/4 teaspoons hot red pepper flakes

  • 90ml vegetable oil

  • 1 Kirby cucumber, sliced into thin half-moons

  • 2 spring onions, thinly sliced

  • 1 cup mixed coarsely chopped herbs such as mint, basil, and coriander

How to make Southeast Asian Rice Noodles with Calamari and Herbs

Cook squid in a 5-quart pot of well-salted boiling water, stirring once, until just opaque, about 1 minute. Transfer with a slotted spoon to an ice bath to stop cooking, reserving boiling water in pot.

Boil noodles in same water until just tender, about 3 minutes.

When squid is cool, transfer to a plate, reserving ice bath, and pat dry.

Drain noodles, then transfer to ice bath to stop cooking. Drain well, then snip with kitchen shears 2 or 3 times.

Meanwhile, whisk together lime juice, fish sauce, sugar, red pepper flakes, and 1 teaspoon salt in a large bowl until sugar has dissolved. Add oil in a slow stream, whisking until combined.

Add noodles and calamari to dressing with cucumber, spring onions, and herbs and toss well.

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While every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate and up to date, individual needs may vary and dietary requirements can differ based on personal health conditions. Always check food labels and allergen information before preparing or consuming any recipe. If you have specific health concerns, allergies, intolerances, or are following a medically prescribed diet, seek advice from your GP, pharmacist, or a registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet or lifestyle.

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  • 16 Enero 2026 | Publicado originalmente

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