Bold Bites: Chilli Anchovy Noodle Salad with Prawns

Packed with flavour and ready in under 30 minutes, this noodle salad is a bold take on traditional Southeast Asian dishes. A spicy, sour dressing brings everything together, creating a meal that’s as vibrant as it is satisfying.
The sauce is made by blitzing red chillies, anchovies, makrut lime leaves, shallots, lime, tamarind, and a few spoonfuls of chilli sauce. Fish sauce adds funk, and olive oil ensures a silky texture.
Toss the noodles with a generous mix of basil, mint, coriander, prawns, and cucumber. The dressing binds everything into a delicious harmony of heat and herbs.
Perfect for hot weather or when you don’t want to turn on the stove, this salad hits all the right notes: spicy, cool, and totally crave-worthy.