Thai glass noodle salad
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- 1 Thai glass noodle salad、spicy glass noodle salad
A Thai glass noodle salad tossed with meat or seafood, vegetables, and a spicy, tangy dressing.
Thai glass noodle salad、spicy glass noodle salad
A Thai dish of glass noodles and assorted ingredients dressed with chili, lime juice, fish sauce, and other seasonings.
Learning notes
Explanation
The name combines ยำ, a style of Thai dish in which ingredients are tossed with a bold, tangy dressing, and วุ้นเส้น, meaning glass noodles. It commonly contains minced pork, shrimp, squid, onion, or Chinese celery and is seasoned with lime juice, fish sauce, chili, and sugar. Ingredients and heat levels vary by restaurant and recipe. When ordering, จาน is commonly used for the number of plates or servings.
Usage
It is commonly used when ordering at Thai restaurants, food stalls, and casual eateries, as well as when discussing menus, recipes, or food preferences. Useful additions when ordering include ไม่เผ็ด (not spicy), เผ็ดน้อย (mild), and ทะเล (with seafood).
Caution
Unlike many mild Western-style noodle salads, this dish is normally spicy and sharply tangy. Its name does not specify all the ingredients, and it may contain pork, seafood, or fish sauce. If you have dietary restrictions, ask about the ingredients or clearly state what should be omitted.