Liang Pi
Liang Pi (Cold Skin Noodles)
This requires a bit of effort if you want to make your own noodles, but you can make it easier by using ready-made rice noodles.
Taste: Simplicity: Cost:
Recipe by Yuqi Meng
Tested by Amelia Chan
Ingredients
- 300g wheat starch or flour (or ready-made rice noodles)
- 500ml water
- 2 tablespoons sesame paste
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon black vinegar
- 1 teaspoons sugar
- 1 tablespoon chilli oil
- 2 cloves of garlic (minced)
- Cucumber
- Coriander
- Peanuts
- Beansprouts
Method
- Prepare the Noodles: - Mix the flour and water until smooth, then let it sit for 20 minutes. Steam a thin layer of batter on a flat plate for 2-3 minutes until set. Repeat with the remaining batter. Once cooled, cut the steamed noodles into strips. Alternatively, you could use ready-made rice noodles for a similar taste and texture.
- Prepare the Sauce: - In a bowl, mix the sesame paste, soy sauce, vinegar, sugar, chilli oil, garlic, and salt until smooth.
- Assemble: - Place noodles in a bowl and top with cucumber, coriander, peanuts, and bean sprouts. - Pour the sauce over and toss to combine. Serve cold