Thai Salad

This is one of my family's favorites and a great dish to take to potlucks.  It's served cold and I promise it will be gone fast!

1 PKG. Linguini

2TBS. Canola or Vegetable Oil

2 TBS Sesame Oil

1 Tsp. Crushed Red Pepper Flakes (optional)

3 TBS Honey

3 TBS Soy Sauce

Pinch of Salt

3/4 cup Green Onion

1/2 cup Cilantro

Crushed Peanuts

Toasted Sesame Seeds

Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add the dry linguini.  Cook as directed on pkg about 7-10 minutes.  

In a metal saucepan, heat vegetable oil, sesame oil and pepper flakes over medium heat for about 1 minute.  You really need to watch so the flakes don't burn.  Add the honey and wisk really good to incorporate into the oil.  Carefully add the soy sauce and continue mixing until oil is fully incorporated.  (sometimes I use an imersion blender for this.  Just turn off the heat first)

Once linguini is cooked, drain well, and mix well with sauce.  Let sit in the refrigerator. 

Chop green onion and cilantro and add to salad. 

Add toasted sesame seeds and crushed peanuts just before serving

I like my salad a little on the sweet side so I usually add a little more honey.  You can adjust to your taste.