Best Easy Liangpi Cold Skin Recipe

Silky liangpi cold skin noodles in a tangy, spicy dressing are a beloved summer staple. A vegetarian, fresh dish ideal for healthy, calorie deficit meals.

Cook 40 min Difficulty NORMAL 280 kcal
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Ingredients
Main ingredients
  • liangpi noodles 14 oz
  • cucumber 1 medium
  • bean sprouts 1 cup
  • cilantro 0.25 cup
Seasonings/Sauce
  • soy sauce 3 tbsp
  • Chinese black vinegar 2 tbsp
  • chili oil 2 tbsp
  • garlic 3 cloves
  • sugar 1 tsp
  • sesame oil 1 tbsp
  • salt 0.5 tsp
Nutrition summary
Carbohydrates 50 g 71%
Protein 7 g 10%
Fat 7 g 19%
Serving size 250g
Cooking steps
  1. 1

    Rinse the bean sprouts under cool water. Bring a medium pot of water to a rolling boil, blanch the bean sprouts for 45 seconds, then drain and cool immediately in icy water.

  2. 2

    Slice the cucumber into fine julienne strips for crisp texture and set aside. Finely chop cilantro leaves.

  3. 3

    In a small bowl, mix together soy sauce, Chinese black vinegar, chili oil, minced garlic, sugar, sesame oil, and salt until the sugar is dissolved.

  4. 4

    Boil or steam the liangpi noodles briefly (1–2 minutes) if packaged; if fresh, just separate gently in cold water. Drain the noodles thoroughly to remove excess moisture.

  5. 5

    To assemble, divide noodles into serving bowls. Top with cucumber, bean sprouts, and cilantro. Drizzle the prepared dressing over each portion right before serving. Toss well and serve chilled.

Personalized Q&A
Q. What's the key ingredient in this recipe?
Liangpi cold skin noodles are the centerpiece of this dish, providing the signature silky, chewy base that sets Liangpi apart from other cold noodle salads. Combined with crunchy cucumber and bean sprouts, they create a refreshing contrast in texture.
Q. Which ingredient in the seasoning brings out the most flavor?
The combination of Chinese black vinegar and chili oil gives Liangpi its tangy, spicy character. The black vinegar imparts depth and a subtle smokiness, while the chili oil provides pleasantly numbing heat and fragrance.
Q. How do you prevent the noodles from clumping together?
Drain the noodles thoroughly and, if necessary, rinse in cold water to remove extra starch. A drizzle of sesame oil in the final tossing helps keep the noodles separated and supple without sticking together.
Q. How many calories and what is the nutrition profile per serving?
Each serving is about 250 grams, with 280 kcal, approximately 50g carbs (71%), 7g protein (10%), and 7g fat (19%). This makes Liangpi Cold Skin a light, vegetarian, and balanced option for summer.
Q. What is the most important timing step for keeping the vegetables crisp?
Blanch the bean sprouts briefly—no more than 45 seconds—then cool immediately in ice water. This rapid temperature change preserves their crunch and vibrant color, key to the dish's refreshing identity.
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