Best Easy Wuhan Hot Dry Noodles Recipe

Springy alkaline noodles are tossed in a rich sesame paste with pickled vegetables, dried shrimp, and chili oil. This Hubei breakfast family staple is hearty, protein-boosted, and uniquely addictive.

Cook 25 min Difficulty NORMAL 500 kcal
#high protein #diabetic friendly #mediterranean
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Ingredients
Main ingredients
  • alkaline noodles 12 oz
  • pickled mustard greens 1 cup
  • dried shrimp 1 oz
  • scallions 4 pieces
  • bean sprouts 1 cup
Seasonings/Sauce
  • sesame paste 1 cup
  • soy sauce 2 tbsp
  • Chinkiang vinegar 1 tbsp
  • chili oil 3 tbsp
  • sugar 1 tsp
  • sesame oil 2 tsp
  • salt 0.5 tsp
Nutrition summary
Carbohydrates 72 g 58%
Protein 17 g 13%
Fat 16 g 29%
Serving size 260g
Cooking steps
  1. 1

    Bring a large pot of water to a boil, then add alkaline noodles. Cook noodles for 3 minutes until springy yet firm, stirring gently to prevent sticking.

  2. 2

    Drain noodles thoroughly and immediately rinse under cold water to stop cooking; toss lightly with 1 tsp sesame oil to prevent clumping.

  3. 3

    In a mixing bowl, whisk sesame paste with 2 tbsp warm water, soy sauce, Chinkiang vinegar, sugar, and salt, stirring until creamy and smooth.

  4. 4

    Briefly soak dried shrimp in hot water for 5 minutes; drain well and chop finely. Dice pickled mustard greens and slice scallions thinly.

  5. 5

    To assemble, divide noodles into bowls. Top with sesame paste mixture, pickled mustard greens, dried shrimp, scallions, and bean sprouts. Drizzle each serving with chili oil and extra sesame oil. Toss well before eating.

Personalized Q&A
Q. What's the key ingredient in this Wuhan Hot Dry Noodles recipe?
The core ingredient is springy alkaline noodles, which define the signature chewy texture. The rich flavor comes from the sesame paste, complemented by pickled mustard greens and dried shrimp for depth and umami.
Q. How do I prevent the noodles from sticking together?
After draining the cooked noodles, immediately rinse them under cold water, then toss with a little sesame oil. This keeps the noodles separate and maintains their bouncy texture until serving.
Q. What's most important for authentic flavor?
Properly recreating the sesame paste sauce is essential—the mixture of sesame paste, soy sauce, vinegar, and chili oil creates the dish’s rich, nutty base. Don’t skip the pickled mustard greens and dried shrimp, as they deliver crunch and savory depth unique to Wuhan Hot Dry Noodles.
Q. How many calories and what is the protein-to-carb ratio per serving?
Each serving contains about 500 kcal, 72g carbohydrates (58%), and 17g protein (13%). This recipe is hearty yet balanced, making it suitable for those seeking both energy and a protein boost.
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