Noodles are one of the traditional Chinese delicacies. They have a long history and rich cultural connotations. The techniques for making noodles are ever-changing, and different regions have different characteristics. Whether it is wide noodles, thin noodles, shaved noodles or ramen noodles, they all have unique flavors and textures. Below I will introduce you to a common method of making noodles.

Material preparation

The materials for making noodles mainly include flour, water and salt. Pay attention to the choice of flour. Generally, choose all-purpose flour or high-gluten flour, so that the noodles produced will be stronger and chewier. The choice of water should be warm water, which can better fully combine the flour and water. Adding salt can improve the taste of the noodles, but be careful about the appropriate amount. Too much salt will affect the toughness of the dough.

Dough making

First, pour the flour into a large bowl, then slowly add warm water, stirring with chopsticks while adding water, until the flour and water are fully combined to form a dough. Then take the dough out onto a cutting board and knead it with your hands for a few minutes until the dough becomes smooth and elastic. Next, place the dough in a bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rest for 20 minutes. This will make the dough softer and easier to roll.

Noodle making

Take out the dough, divide it into several small pieces, and then roll each small piece into thin slices. You can use a rolling pin or a pasta machine to assist in rolling the dough. When rolling out the dough, be careful to apply even pressure to make the thickness of the dough uniform. Then roll up the rolled dough and cut it to the required width.

Cooking method

Put the cut noodles into boiling water and cook. The time will depend on the thickness and texture of the noodles. Generally speaking, thin noodles can be cooked for 2-3 minutes, and wide noodles can be cooked for 3-5 minutes. Take out the cooked noodles and rinse them in cold water to remove the stickiness on the surface of the noodles. Then drain again and set aside.

You can choose different seasonings and ingredients according to personal preferences, such as soy sauce, pepper oil, minced garlic, coriander, etc. Put the seasoning and ingredients into a bowl, then put the cooked noodles into the bowl and mix well. You can also stir-fry noodles and ingredients together to make chow mein.

End

As a traditional Chinese delicacy, noodles not only have rich cultural connotations, but also are a delicious food. Although the process of making noodles is a little tedious, as long as you master the correct methods and techniques, you can make noodles with good texture and delicious taste. Whether made at home or tasted in a restaurant, noodles are a treat on the tongue.