Cold Noodle Bowl Recipe with Chili Soy Sauce (Easy Summer Noodles)

Looking for an easy cold noodle bowl recipe for hot summer days? These cold noodles are tossed with Superlova! Pei Pei Chili Soy Sauce and loaded with fresh vegetables for a quick, flavorful meal. Bright black rice vinegar, savory soy sauce, and aromatic Sichuan peppercorns create a bold noodle bowl that comes together in minutes.

Whether you're looking for a cold noodle salad, a healthy summer lunch, or an easy weeknight dinner, this cold noodle recipe delivers big flavor with minimal effort.

STEP 1. Cook the Shrimp (optional) and Noodles

• Bring a pot of salted water to a boil.

• Blanch shrimp and quickly remove and cool with a cold water rinse, set aside.

• Once water boils again, add rice noodles or pho noodles and cook to your preferred texture.

  • Tip: For the perfect bite, cook them al dente.

• Strain, rinse in cold water, and set aside in a bowl of ice and water.

STEP 2. Prepare the Vegetables

• Thinly slice cucumbers, carrots, cabbage, green onions, or any fresh vegetables you enjoy in a cold noodle bowl.
  

  • Pro Tip: add raw minded garlic for bolder flavors

STEP 3. Toss with Pei Pei Chili Soy Sauce

• In a mixing bowl, add 2–3 tablespoons of Superlova! Pei Pei Chili Soy Sauce, a generous squeeze of lemon, and raw minced garlic.
• Strain chilled noodles from ice water and add to the sauce in the mixing bowl
• The sauce acts as a complete noodle seasoning, combining tangy vinegar, savory soy sauce, chili, and Sichuan peppercorns in one simple step.

STEP 4. Assemble the Cold Noodle Bowl

• Top the noodles with your prepared vegetables and favorite toppings.

• For extra protein, add shrimp, tofu, edamame, shredded chicken, or a soft-boiled egg.

STEP 5. Serve

• Serve immediately and enjoy this refreshing cold noodle bowl.
  

• Superlova! Pei Pei Chili Soy Sauce

• Lemon

• OPTIONAL: Garlic

• Cucumber
• Carrots
• Shredded cabbage
• Green onions
• Red onions
• Cilantro
• Bean sprouts

Optional Proteins:

• Shrimp
• Tofu
• Edamame
• Chicken
• Egg

Optional Garnishes: 

• Crushed Peanuts
• Cilantro

• Easy Summer Dinner: Perfect for warm weather when you want something light and refreshing.
• Quick Weeknight Meal: Ready in minutes with simple ingredients.
• Packed with Flavor: Tangy black rice vinegar, savory soy sauce, chili, and Sichuan peppercorns create a bold, balanced sauce.
• Customizable: Works with almost any vegetable, protein, or noodle.
• Healthy Noodle Bowl: Fresh vegetables and wholesome ingredients make this a nutritious alternative to takeout.
• Great for Meal Prep: Enjoy chilled leftovers for lunch the next day.

If you're searching for the perfect cold noodle bowl recipe, spicy cold noodles, or an easy summer noodle dish, this recipe is a simple way to bring bold Asian-inspired flavors to your table.