Braised Noodles with Green Beans has a rich and diverse texture. The tender and crisp texture of the green beans combines with the chewy texture of the noodles, creating a delightful eating experience. The noodles absorb the flavors from the meat and the green beans, making them delicious and savory. The green beans maintain their crisp and tender texture, adding a refreshing element to the dish. The addition of meat adds a strong and savory aroma, enticing the appetite.
Ingredients for Green Beans Braised Noodles
| Handmade noodles | 200g |
| Edible oil | 12g |
| Green beans | 200g |
| Streaky pork | 200g |
| Green onion | 6g |
| Ginger | 4g |
| Cooking wine | 5g |
| Light soy sauce | 4g |
| Salt | 3g |
| Dark soy sauce | 3g |
| Garlic | 5g |
| Sesame oil | 3g |
| Mature vinegar | 5g |
| Chopped green onion | 4g |
Steps:
1.First, purchase fresh Handmade noodles from the market. If possible, choose thin and chewy Handmade noodles, as they are more suitable for making braised green beans noodles. Pour the noodles into a large ceramic or glass bowl and add some cooking oil to prevent the noodles from sticking together during the mixing process.
2.Choose fresh green beans. Remove the ends of the green beans, wash them thoroughly, and then break them into segments. The length of the segments can be determined based on the tenderness of the green beans or cut into small cubes according to personal preference.
3.Heat the pan with cold oil and stir-fry the shredded ginger and sliced green onions until fragrant. Add the sliced pork belly and stir-fry over medium heat until the meat changes color. During the stir-frying process, you can add some cooking wine and light soy sauce to enhance the flavor of the pork belly. Then, add the broken green beans into the pan and stir-fry over high heat for a few minutes. After stir-frying the green beans, add light soy sauce, salt, and a small amount of dark soy sauce for color, and continue to stir-fry evenly. The purpose of this step is to allow the green beans to fully absorb the flavor of the seasoning. Finally, pour in enough water to cover the green beans. Then, evenly spread the Handmade noodles on top of the green beans, cover the pot, and braise until the noodles are cooked.
4.When the broth is reduced, add minced garlic, followed by a moderate amount of sesame oil and vinegar. The amount of these seasonings can be adjusted according to personal preference. Gently stir the noodles and green beans with chopsticks to evenly coat them with the seasonings. Finally, mix the braised green beans noodles well before serving. You can sprinkle some chopped green onions on top for added flavor.
Tips
1.When stir-frying the pork belly, use a small amount of oil to prevent the green beans from sticking together during the braising process.
2.In the final seasoning, you can add a moderate amount of sesame oil and vinegar to enhance the flavor of the braised green beans noodles.
3.Before stir-frying the green beans, you can blanch them in boiling water to remove the oxalic acid and astringency.
Whether it’s on the reunion dinner table during the Lunar New Year or at a gathering with friends, braised green beans noodles is a dish that whets the appetite. Not only does it satisfy people’s taste buds, but it also brings a warm sense of family and happiness.