Refreshing Spicy Jelly Noodles

Ingredients

• 200g (7oz) mung bean starch 200g (7oz) mung bean starch
• 2 cups (470ml) water 2 cups (470ml) water
• 1 cucumber, julienned 1 cucumber, julienned
• 1 carrot, julienned 1 carrot, julienned
• 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 2 green onions, thinly sliced 2 green onions, thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon chili oil 1 tablespoon chili oil
• 1 teaspoon sugar 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon Sichuan peppercorns, crushed 1 teaspoon Sichuan peppercorns, crushed
• Salt, to taste Salt, to taste

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 180 kcal / 753 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 6g, 1g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 26g, 4g
• Protein: 4g
• Fiber: 3g
• Salt: 1g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a large bowl, mix the mung bean starch with water until well combined. Pour the mixture into a steamer and steam for 20 minutes, or until set. Let it cool completely.
2. 2.
   Once cooled, cut the steamed mung bean starch into thin strips or bite-sized pieces.
3. 3.
   In a separate bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, chili oil, sugar, crushed Sichuan peppercorns, and salt.
4. 4.
   In a serving bowl, combine the mung bean starch noodles, cucumber, carrot, red bell pepper, and green onions.
5. 5.
   Pour the dressing over the noodles and vegetables, and toss gently to coat everything evenly.
6. 6.
   Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
7. 7.
   Serve chilled and enjoy!

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Mung bean starch — Make sure to mix the starch with water thoroughly to avoid lumps in the noodles.
• Sichuan peppercorns — Crush the peppercorns just before using to preserve their flavor and aroma.

Tips & Tricks

• For an extra kick of heat, add more chili oil or sprinkle some red pepper flakes on top.
• Customize the vegetable toppings according to your preference.
• Add some crushed peanuts or sesame seeds for added texture and flavor.
• Adjust the amount of dressing according to your taste preferences.
• Make a larger batch of the dressing and keep it refrigerated for future use.

Serving advice

Serve the Spicy Liangfen Noodles chilled as a refreshing appetizer or light lunch. Garnish with additional green onions and a sprinkle of crushed Sichuan peppercorns for an extra touch of flavor.

Presentation advice

Arrange the colorful julienned vegetables on top of the jelly noodles to create an eye-catching presentation. Serve in individual bowls or on a platter for sharing.