Pork Noodle Salad

Makes 4 servings

• 1⁄3 cup sesame, ginger, and soy dressing

• 1 tablespoon lime juice

• 1 tablespoon peanut butter

• 2 teaspoons chili-garlic sauce

• 4 cups water

• 2 packages (3 ounces each) “Oriental favor” ramen noodles

• 1 1⁄2 cups shredded cooked pork roast

• 1⁄2 cup shredded carrots

• 1⁄2 red bell pepper, thinly sliced 2 scallions, sliced on an angle

• 1⁄4 cup loosely packed fresh mint leaves

• 1⁄2 cup loosely packed fresh cilantro leaves

• 1⁄4 cup finely chopped peanuts

1. In a small bowl, whisk together dressing, lime juice, peanut butter, and chili-garlic sauce. Set aside.
2. In a large saucepan, combine water and seasoning packets from noodles and bring to a boil. Add noodles and cook for 3 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water and set aside.
3. Combine pork, carrots, bell pepper, scallions, mint, and cilantro in a large bowl. Add noodles and dressing to bowl and gently toss to combine. Serve garnished with chopped peanuts.