Best 5 Cold Spicy Noodles Leng Mian Recipes

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In the realm of culinary arts, "cold spicy noodles leng mian" stands as an iconic dish, tantalizing taste buds with its symphony of flavors and textures. Originating from the Sichuan province of China, this dish has gained immense popularity worldwide, captivating food enthusiasts with its unique combination of spicy, sour, and refreshing elements. As you embark on your culinary journey to create the perfect cold spicy noodles leng mian, let us guide you through the essential elements, ingredients, and techniques required to elevate your dish to new heights of flavor and satisfaction.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

COLD SPICY NOODLES (LENG MIAN)



Cold Spicy Noodles (Leng Mian) image

A Korean dish, popular in northern China. I ate this for lunch every day for an entire year when I lived in Jinzhou, China. The cook was certain that eating this cold dish during the cold northern winter would be bad for my stomach, but it never was! This makes a wonderfully refreshing lunch during the hot summertime.

Provided by Tussah

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian     Korean

Time 30m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 ounces spaghetti, or as needed
2 cups very cold ice water
½ cup white vinegar
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons white sugar
2 teaspoons sambal oelek (chile paste)
½ teaspoon salt
1 cucumber, cut into matchsticks
½ cup kimchi
¼ cup roasted peanuts
1 hard-cooked egg, halved
2 slices deli ham, cut into bite-sized pieces

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook spaghetti in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 12 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, combine ice water, vinegar, soy sauce, sugar, and sambal oelek in a bowl. Refrigerate sauce to chill until spaghetti is cooked.
  • Rinse cooked spaghetti in cold water until totally cooled off; drain well.
  • Divide sauce between 2 chilled servings bowls. Add equal amounts of spaghetti, cucumber, kimchi, peanuts, egg, and ham to each bowl. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 479.1 calories, Carbohydrate 70.1 g, Cholesterol 116 mg, Fat 13.6 g, Fiber 4.5 g, Protein 22.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 2204.3 mg, Sugar 19.1 g

COLD NOODLES WITH SICHUAN DRESSING (LIANG MIAN, 凉面)



Cold Noodles With Sichuan Dressing (Liang Mian, 凉面) image

Pungent, aromatic and refreshing, cold noodles with Sichuan dressing is such a delectable dish to try! My recipe explains in detail the cooking method, ingredient sourcing and topping inspirations.

Provided by Wei Guo

Categories     Side Dish

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 tsp minced garlic
1 tsp Sichuan pepper
1 star anise
4 tbsp hot water
1 chicken thigh, boneless & skinless (or 1 chicken breast, see note 2)
2 portion noodles of your choice, see note 3
1 tsp sesame oil
1 tbsp light soy sauce (or Sichuan spiced sweet soy sauce, see note 4)
1 tbsp black rice vinegar
½ tsp sugar
Salt (to taste)
2 tbsp Chinese chilli oil (see note 5)
¼ tsp Sichuan pepper oil (optional)
150 g cucumber, cut into matchsticks
1 stalk scallions, finely chopped
2 fresh chilli, thinly sliced
Coriander
Toasted or fried peanuts (optional)

Steps:

  • Put minced garlic, Sichuan pepper & star anise into a small bowl. Add hot water. Leave to infuse.
  • Option 1: Put the chicken on a plate. Steam for 15 mins over medium heat. Transfer to another plate to cool.
  • Option 2: Place the chicken in a roasting tray. Cover the tray with tin foil. Cook for 20 mins in a preheated oven at 390°F/200°C/Fan 180°C. Transfer to a plate to cool.
  • Bring a pot of water to a full boil. Add noodles. Boil until they are just cooked or a little undercooked. Be attentive to avoid boiling over.
  • Drain the noodles. Rinse under tap water to cool.
  • Transfer to a large bowl. Add sesame oil. Toss well.
  • Shred the chicken either by hand or with a knife. Add to the noodles along with cucumber, scallions and fresh chilli.
  • Drain the aromatic water through a sieve. Discard the garlic & spices. Pour the water over the noodles. Add all the ingredients for the dressing and mix well.
  • Transfer the noodles to 2 serving bowls. Top each one with coriander, peanuts (if using).

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving, Calories 439 kcal

SPICY GINGER CHILI NOODLES



Spicy Ginger Chili Noodles image

Inspired by a viral cooking video, this ingenious way to prepare a dish of noodles is perfect for anyone who is short on time but enjoys Asian flavors. It's easy on the pocket and uses mostly pantry ingredients.

Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 cup avocado oil
3 scallions, chopped, plus extra for garnish
1 tablespoon garlic paste
1 tablespoon grated ginger
2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
Pinch kosher salt, plus more for the pasta water
12 ounces linguine
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce, or more to taste
2 teaspoons sesame oil
Sriracha, for serving

Steps:

  • Heat the avocado oil in a small saucepan over medium heat until hot (350 degrees F), 2 to 3 minutes. Meanwhile, combine the scallions, garlic paste, ginger, red pepper flakes and salt in a heatproof bowl. Stir well.
  • Remove the oil from the heat and carefully add to the mixture. Stir to combine and set aside. Let the flavors sit to combine for 20 minutes. (This mixture can be made ahead of time, cooled completely and stored in an airtight jar at room temperature for up to 2 days.)
  • Cook the linguine in a large pot of salted water until al dente. Drain and add the hot noodles to a large bowl.
  • Add the flavored oil, honey, soy sauce and sesame oil. Toss well to combine. Add more soy or salt to taste.
  • Garnish with sliced scallions and sriracha to taste.

COLD SPICY NOODLES (LENG MIAN)



Cold Spicy Noodles (Leng Mian) image

A Korean dish, popular in northern China. I ate this for lunch every day for an entire year when I lived in Jinzhou, China. The cook was certain that eating this cold dish during the cold northern winter would be bad for my stomach, but it never was! This makes a wonderfully refreshing lunch during the hot summertime.

Provided by Tussah

Categories     Korean Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 ounces spaghetti, or as needed
2 cups very cold ice water
½ cup white vinegar
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons white sugar
2 teaspoons sambal oelek (chile paste)
½ teaspoon salt
1 cucumber, cut into matchsticks
½ cup kimchi
¼ cup roasted peanuts
1 hard-cooked egg, halved
2 slices deli ham, cut into bite-sized pieces

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook spaghetti in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 12 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, combine ice water, vinegar, soy sauce, sugar, and sambal oelek in a bowl. Refrigerate sauce to chill until spaghetti is cooked.
  • Rinse cooked spaghetti in cold water until totally cooled off; drain well.
  • Divide sauce between 2 chilled servings bowls. Add equal amounts of spaghetti, cucumber, kimchi, peanuts, egg, and ham to each bowl. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 479.1 calories, Carbohydrate 70.1 g, Cholesterol 116 mg, Fat 13.6 g, Fiber 4.5 g, Protein 22.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 2204.3 mg, Sugar 19.1 g

COLD SPICY NOODLES (LENG MIAN)



Cold Spicy Noodles (Leng Mian) image

A Korean dish, popular in northern China. I ate this for lunch every day for an entire year when I lived in Jinzhou, China. The cook was certain that eating this cold dish during the cold northern winter would be bad for my stomach, but it never was! This makes a wonderfully refreshing lunch during the hot summertime.

Provided by Tussah

Categories     Korean Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 ounces spaghetti, or as needed
2 cups very cold ice water
½ cup white vinegar
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons white sugar
2 teaspoons sambal oelek (chile paste)
½ teaspoon salt
1 cucumber, cut into matchsticks
½ cup kimchi
¼ cup roasted peanuts
1 hard-cooked egg, halved
2 slices deli ham, cut into bite-sized pieces

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook spaghetti in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 12 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, combine ice water, vinegar, soy sauce, sugar, and sambal oelek in a bowl. Refrigerate sauce to chill until spaghetti is cooked.
  • Rinse cooked spaghetti in cold water until totally cooled off; drain well.
  • Divide sauce between 2 chilled servings bowls. Add equal amounts of spaghetti, cucumber, kimchi, peanuts, egg, and ham to each bowl. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 479.1 calories, Carbohydrate 70.1 g, Cholesterol 116 mg, Fat 13.6 g, Fiber 4.5 g, Protein 22.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 2204.3 mg, Sugar 19.1 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right noodles: Cold spicy noodles are traditionally made with thin, chewy noodles like Chinese wheat noodles or Korean somyeon. These noodles hold up well in the cold sauce and don't get soggy.
  • Make the sauce ahead of time: The sauce for cold spicy noodles can be made several hours or even a day in advance. This allows the flavors to meld and develop.
  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: The best cold spicy noodles are made with fresh, high-quality ingredients. This includes using fresh vegetables, herbs, and spices.
  • Adjust the spiciness to your taste: Cold spicy noodles can be made as mild or as spicy as you like. If you're not sure how spicy you want them, start with a small amount of chili oil or paste and add more to taste.
  • Serve the noodles immediately: Cold spicy noodles are best served immediately after they are made. The noodles will start to soften and lose their texture if they sit for too long.

Conclusion:

Cold spicy noodles are a refreshing and flavorful dish that is perfect for a hot summer day. They are easy to make and can be customized to your taste. With a little planning, you can have a delicious bowl of cold spicy noodles on the table in no time.

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