Liang Pi: Step-By-Step Recipe
Liang Pi or Spicy cold skin noodles, is a cold noodle dish perfect for the summer season: it’s simple to make, spicy and refreshing!
Ingredients
For the sauce:
- ¼ cup of chilli oil
- 2 tsp Chinese black vinegar
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- 1 tbsp light soy sauce
- ¼ tsp salt (or to taste)
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 2 cloves of garlic smashed and minced
- 1 tsp Sichuan peppercorn powder
- ½ tsp sugar
For the rest of the dish:
- 1½ cup bean sprouts
- 200 g fresh Liang Pi noodles
- ¼ cup cilantro leaves
- 100 g wheat gluten
- 1 small cucumber julienned
Instructions
- To prepare this refreshing Liang Pi dish, first, combine the sauce ingredients in a small bowl. Taste the sauce and adjust the seasonings as necessary. To taste, add some vinegar, soy sauce, salt, chilli oil, or sugar.
- Next, prepare the noodles as mentioned in the package. After that, place them in a big mixing bowl. You may use fresh Liang Pi noodles or mung bean noodles in their place. The decision is yours to make.
- Prepare the wheat gluten and bean sprouts while the noodles are simmering. You can sauté or blanch the vegetables. Steam it for approximately 5-6 minutes over high heat. You can blanch vegetables for approximately 30 seconds. Then toss them with the noodles in the mixing bowl.
- The cucumber and cilantro should be now added to the mixing bowl. Be sure to slice the cucumber and mince the cilantro into narrow rounds. Pour the sauce over the ingredients in the mixing bowl and mix everything together. Distribute the sauce in equal amounts among the noodles and other ingredients.
- Retaste the dish and adjust the seasoning as necessary. You may add more of any of the sauce's components to your preference and now it is time to serve! It is ideal for a sweltering summer day or as a refreshing lunch. Enjoy!
Notes
- Use fresh ingredients: To get the best flavour in your dish, it's important to use fresh ingredients. This includes fresh noodles, fresh cilantro, and fresh cucumber.
- Prepare the sauce ahead of time: The sauce is an essential part of this dish. It's best to prepare it ahead of time to let the flavours infuse. You can make the sauce a day or two in advance and store it in the fridge until you're ready to use it.
- Rinse the noodles: It's important to rinse them under cold water. This helps remove any excess starch and prevents them from sticking together.
- Rest the noodles: After rinsing the noodles, it's a good idea to let them rest for a bit. This allows them to absorb some of the sauce and flavours, making them even more delicious.
- Use homemade chilli oil: If possible, use homemade chilli oil for the sauce. It's easy to make and tastes much better than store-bought versions.
- Toast the sesame seeds: Toast them in a dry skillet over medium heat until they're a little golden.
- Adjust seasoning to your taste: This recipe is a guideline, so feel free to adjust. You can add more or less chilli oil, vinegar, soy sauce, or sugar to suit your taste.
- Serve cold or at room temperature: Serve the dish cold or at room temperature. Make sure to chill it in the fridge for at least an hour before serving. It's perfect for a hot summer day or as a light and refreshing lunch.