Hoisin Pasta Salad with Plain Rooster Combs

Serving Size: 2-3
Prep Time:  2 Hours 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 10 Minutes
Total Time:  2 Hours, 20 Minutes

Ingredients:

1/2 lb. Pappardelle's Plain Rooster Combs
4 oz. frozen shelled edamame
1/2 cup hoisin sauce
1/4 cup kewpie mayonnaise
Salt & pepper, to taste
1 large red bell pepper, ribs & seeds removed, sliced into 1" strips
1/2 cup shredded carrots
1/2 English cucumber, cut in half and sliced
1/2 cup cilantro, chopped
1/4 cup green onion, chopped

Instructions: 

  1. Cook pasta in a large pot of boiling water, stirring occasionally, until al dente, about 9-11 minutes. Add edamame to the pot for the last minute of cooking. Drain and set aside. Let cool in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours. 
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together hoisin sauce and kewpie mayonnaise.  
  3. Once the pasta is cooled, mix it with the hoisin dressing. Season with salt & pepper, to taste. Add bell pepper, carrots and cucumber and mix well.  
  4. Divide the pasta into serving dishes. Garnish with cilantro and green onions. Serve and enjoy!