Best Easy Shaanxi Cold Skin Noodles Recipe

Chewy, translucent cold-skin noodles are dressed in a tangy chili and vinegar sauce with bean sprouts and cucumber. This fresh, healthy street food is naturally low calorie and a refreshing family dish in warm weather.

Cook 35 min Difficulty NORMAL 280 kcal
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Ingredients
Main ingredients
  • wheat starch noodles (cold-skin) 12 oz
  • bean sprouts 1 cup
  • cucumber 1 medium
  • garlic 3 cloves
Seasonings/Sauce
  • Chinese black vinegar 3 tbsp
  • soy sauce 2 tbsp
  • chili oil 2 tbsp
  • sugar 1 tsp
  • sesame oil 1 tbsp
  • salt 0.5 tsp
Nutrition summary
Carbohydrates 49 g 70%
Protein 7 g 10%
Fat 5 g 20%
Serving size 250g
Cooking steps
  1. 1

    Bring a large pot of water to boil. Quickly blanch the bean sprouts for 30 seconds, then rinse under cold water and drain thoroughly.

  2. 2

    In a separate bowl, combine Chinese black vinegar, soy sauce, chili oil, sesame oil, sugar, salt, and finely minced garlic to make the dressing. Stir until sugar dissolves completely.

  3. 3

    Cook wheat starch noodles according to package directions or until just tender. Immediately rinse noodles under running cold water and drain to ensure chewy texture.

  4. 4

    Peel and julienne the cucumber finely. Set aside with the drained bean sprouts.

  5. 5

    Toss prepared noodles with the dressing until evenly coated. Plate noodles, top with bean sprouts and cucumber, and pour over any remaining sauce. Serve immediately for best texture.

Personalized Q&A
Q. What's the key ingredient in this Shaanxi Cold Skin Noodles recipe?
The signature ingredient in Shaanxi Cold Skin Noodles is the wheat starch cold-skin noodles themselves. Their chewy and translucent texture defines the unique character and mouthfeel of this classic dish, distinguishing it from other noodle varieties.
Q. What step is crucial for the perfect noodle texture?
Immediately rinsing the just-cooked noodles under cold running water is essential. This halts cooking and promotes a chewy, springy texture, which is the hallmark of authentic cold-skin noodles.
Q. How do I prevent the noodles from becoming sticky or mushy?
After cooking the noodles, quickly rinse them with cold water and drain thoroughly. Tossing them in the sauce while still cool also helps keep them separated and prevents sticking.
Q. How many calories, carbs, and protein does each serving contain?
Each serving of these Shaanxi Cold Skin Noodles provides about 280 kcal, with approximately 49g of carbohydrates (70% of calories), 7g protein (10%), and 5g fat (20%).
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