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Recipe
Refreshing Spicy Jelly Noodles
Chilled Delight: Spicy Liangfen Noodles
4.4 out of 5
This recipe brings you the authentic flavors of Chinese cuisine with a twist. Liangfen, a popular dish in Chinese cuisine, is transformed into a refreshing and spicy jelly noodle salad that will tantalize your taste buds.
Metadata
Preparation time
20 minutes
Cooking time
20 minutes
Total time
40 minutes
Yields
4 servings
Preparation difficulty
Easy
Suitable for
Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Dairy-free, Low calorie
Allergens
N/A
Not suitable for
Paleo, Keto, High protein, High fat, Low carb
Ingredients
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200g (7oz) mung bean starch 200g (7oz) mung bean starch
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2 cups (470ml) water 2 cups (470ml) water
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1 cucumber, julienned 1 cucumber, julienned
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1 carrot, julienned 1 carrot, julienned
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1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
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2 green onions, thinly sliced 2 green onions, thinly sliced
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2 tablespoons soy sauce 2 tablespoons soy sauce
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1 tablespoon rice vinegar 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
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1 tablespoon sesame oil 1 tablespoon sesame oil
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1 tablespoon chili oil 1 tablespoon chili oil
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1 teaspoon sugar 1 teaspoon sugar
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1 teaspoon Sichuan peppercorns, crushed 1 teaspoon Sichuan peppercorns, crushed
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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
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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.
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2.Once cooled, cut the steamed mung bean starch into thin strips or bite-sized pieces.
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3.In a separate bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, chili oil, sugar, crushed Sichuan peppercorns, and salt.
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4.In a serving bowl, combine the mung bean starch noodles, cucumber, carrot, red bell pepper, and green onions.
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5.Pour the dressing over the noodles and vegetables, and toss gently to coat everything evenly.
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6.Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
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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.
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