Dish
Yam wun sen
Glass Noodle Salad
Yam wun sen is made with glass noodles, shrimp, chicken, and herbs. The salad is dressed with a spicy and sour dressing made with fish sauce, lime juice, sugar, and chili. The dish is typically served cold and is perfect for a hot summer day.
Origins and history
Yam wun sen originated in Thailand. It is a traditional dish that has been enjoyed for centuries. The dish was originally made by fishermen who would use the ingredients that were readily available to them. Today, it is a popular dish throughout Thailand and is enjoyed by people of all ages.
Dietary considerations
Gluten-free
Variations
There are many variations of yam wun sen. Some people add pork or beef to the salad. Others add peanuts or sesame seeds for extra flavor. Some people also add mint or basil to the salad.
Presentation and garnishing
Yam wun sen is typically served in a large bowl or platter. It is garnished with fresh herbs such as cilantro or mint.
Tips & Tricks
To make the dish even more flavorful, let it sit in the refrigerator for a few hours before serving. This will allow the flavors to meld together.
Side-dishes
Yam wun sen can be served as a side dish or as a main course. It pairs well with grilled meats or fish.
Drink pairings
Thai iced tea or a light beer pair well with yam wun sen.
Delicious Yam wun sen recipes
More dishes from this category... Browse all »
Achicuk Salad
Turkish cuisine
Acquasala
Italian cuisine
Agurksalat
Norwegian cuisine
Ajotomate
Mexican cuisine
Amanida catalana
Spanish cuisine
Amish Pasta Salad
American cuisine
Asadillo manchego
Spanish cuisine
Askordoulakous
Greek cuisine
More cuisines from this region... Browse all »
Bruneian cuisine
Bold, Complex, Spicy, Savory, Sweet
Burmese cuisine
Salty, Sour, Spicy, Umami, Sweet
Cambodian cuisine
Salty, Sour, Spicy, Umami, Sweet
Christmas Island cuisine
Salty, Sour, Spicy, Umami, Sweet
East Timor cuisine
Spicy, Savory, Sweet, Sour, Umami
Filipino cuisine
Sweet, Sour, Savory, Spicy, Umami
Lao cuisine
Savory, Spicy, Sour, Umami
Malaysian cuisine
Spicy, Sweet, Sour, Savory