Szechuan Noodle Salad

Szechuan Noodle Salad


INGREDIENTS:

* 1 (8-ounce) package thin whole wheat noodles, cooked
* 1-1/4 cups cooked, slivered chicken breast
* 1-1/4 cups slivered carrots
* 1 cup slivered scallions
* 2 cups fresh bean sprouts


Sauce:

* 2 tablespoons finely minced ginger
* 1 tablespoon finely minced garlic
* 1 tablespoon finely minced scallions
* 6 tablespoons smooth peanut butter
* 2 tablespoons soy sauce
* 4 tablespoons red wine vinegar
* 1 tablespoon chili paste
* 1 teaspoon sugar
* 1 tablespoon sesame oil
* 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
* 1 teaspoon dry mustard
* 1/2 teaspoon salt
* 1 tablespoon dry sherry
* 1/2 cup hot chicken broth


TO PREPARE:

For sauce: Combine all ingredients and set aside. Do not refrigerate.

Combine noodles, chicken, carrots, scallions and bean sprouts. Add sauce and mix thoroughly.

NOTE: Noodles and sauce must be at room temperature when tossed and served or dressing will lose its creamy consistency.