Cold Skin Noodles

Name: Cold Skin Noodles
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Chinese
Ingredients: 1.5 cups wheat starch; 1/4 cup tapioca starch; 1/2 tsp salt; 2 cups water; 2 tbsp vegetable oil; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 2 tbsp soy sauce; 2 tbsp Chinkiang vinegar; 2 tbsp chili oil; 2 tsp sesame oil; 1 cucumber, julienned

Tender, chewy steamed starch noodles tossed with a garlic vinegar chili dressing and fresh cucumber.

35 minMediumServes 4280 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1.5 cups wheat starch
1/4 cup tapioca starch
1/2 tsp salt
2 cups water
2 tbsp vegetable oil
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 tbsp soy sauce
2 tbsp Chinkiang vinegar
2 tbsp chili oil
2 tsp sesame oil
1 cucumber, julienned

Instructions

1

In a large bowl, whisk together 1.5 cups wheat starch, 1/4 cup tapioca starch, 1/2 tsp salt, and 2 cups water until completely smooth.
2

Set a steamer setup over high heat and grease a flat-bottomed metal pie pan with a small amount of 2 tbsp vegetable oil.
3

Pour a thin layer of starch mixture into the pan and steam covered for 2 to 3 minutes until translucent and bubbled.
4

Remove pan, submerge the bottom in cold water to cool, brush the top with 2 tbsp vegetable oil, and peel the noodle sheet.
5

Repeat for remaining batter, slice sheets into wide strips, and place noodles in a serving bowl.
6

In a small bowl, combine 4 minced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp Chinkiang vinegar, 2 tbsp chili oil, and 2 tsp sesame oil.
7

Toss noodles with the sauce mixture and top with 1 julienned cucumber before serving chilled.

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Questions

How do I know when Cold Skin Noodles is done?

Go by the cues in the method rather than the clock. Step 3: cook until translucent and bubbled.

What can I use instead of toasted sesame oil in Cold Skin Noodles?

The entry for Cold Skin Noodles calls for 2 tsp sesame oil. In its place: There is no neutral substitute for the toasted flavor. Warm a spoonful of sesame seeds in a neutral oil, or leave it out and finish with toasted seeds.

Does Cold Skin Noodles contain sesame?

Yes: 2 tsp sesame oil. The full allergen list for this entry is gluten, soy and sesame. Seeds used as a garnish can simply be left off; the oil has no true substitute. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

How many calories are in Cold Skin Noodles?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) is about 280 calories, with 4 g protein, 52 g carbohydrate and 7 g fat, plus 2 g fiber and 680 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

How do I store and reheat Cold Skin Noodles?

Refrigerate what is left of Cold Skin Noodles within two hours and eat it within three days. Reheat gently on the stovetop.

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