Genuine Hand-Pulled Noodles with Ginger Scallion Broth
A truly handmade noodle dish using traditional kneading techniques and minimal ingredients to showcase authentic texture and flavor. This chinese-inspired pasta ready in about 87 minutes pairs Bread flour, Water, large Egg for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 410 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 cups Bread flour
- 3/4 cup Water
- 1 large Egg
- 1 tbsp Ginger
- 4 medium Scallions
- 3 tbsp Soy sauce
- 1 tbsp Rice vinegar
- 1 tsp Sesame oil
- 4 cups Chicken stock
Instructions
- Step 1: For dough: Combine 2 cups bread flour, 3/4 cup water, and 1 large egg in a bowl. Knead 10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Cover and rest 30 minutes.
- Step 2: Roll dough into 1/4-inch thick rectangle, fold, and cut into 1/8-inch strips. Stretch strips by pulling gently until 1/4-inch thick.
- Step 3: Simmer 4 cups chicken stock with 1 tbsp minced ginger and 2 sliced scallions for 10 minutes. Add 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and 1 tsp sesame oil.
- Step 4: Cook noodles in boiling water for 2 minutes until tender. Drain immediately and divide between bowls.
- Step 5: Pour hot broth over noodles, top with remaining scallions, and serve immediately while broth is steaming.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Genuine Hand-Pulled Noodles with Ginger Scallion Broth take to make?
Total time is about 87 minutes (75 min prep + 12 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Genuine Hand-Pulled Noodles with Ginger Scallion Broth?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep bread flour from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Genuine Hand-Pulled Noodles with Ginger Scallion Broth?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Genuine Hand-Pulled Noodles with Ginger Scallion Broth for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Genuine Hand-Pulled Noodles with Ginger Scallion Broth?
Chinese pasta like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
- ★★★★☆
Solid recipe. Not groundbreaking but definitely making it again.
- ★★★☆☆
Average. The concept is good but execution needs work on seasoning.
