Gingery shiitake noodles
Whatever you do, don’t cut your noodles – they represent long life!
This no-cook main course salad can just be tossed together and served on its own, or with steamed rice or boiled noodles
Nutrition: per serving
Mash the chilli, garlic and sugar to a paste using a pestle and mortar or small processor. Stir in the lime juice and fish sauce, then set aside.
Peel, quarter, core and slice the pineapple at an angle. Toss with beansprouts, prawns, cucumber and tomato and some of the dressing. Pile into bowls and scatter with mint and cashews. Drizzle with the rest of the dressing and serve.