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Xiao Mian (小面) – Spicy Noodle Soup from Chongqing
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Xiao Mian (小面) – Spicy Noodle Soup from Chongqing
Laura Chen
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15 minutes
30 minutes
400
Chinese
Main course
Xiao Mian, also known as little noodles, is a traditional breakfast from Chongqing, China. This hearty, spicy noodle soup is known for its rich flavor and its mix of spices and herbs.
Ingredients
- 150 g wheat noodles
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tsp Sichuan peppercorns
- 2 shallots, finely sliced
- 2 garlic cloves, chopped
- 1 tsp ginger, chopped
- 2 tbsp chili bean paste
- 1 liter chicken stock
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp chili flakes
- 100 g bok choy, roughly chopped
- 2 scallions, cut into rings
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- 1. Cook the noodles in salted water according to the package instructions, drain and set aside.
- 2. Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot and toast the Sichuan peppercorns in it until fragrant.
- 3. Add the shallots, garlic and ginger and fry until soft.
- 4. Add the chili bean paste and stir-fry for 2 minutes.
- 5. Add the chicken stock, soy sauce and chili flakes and bring to a boil.
- 6. Add the bok choy and simmer for 5 minutes.
- 7. Add the cooked noodles to the soup and cook for 2 more minutes.
- 8. Season with salt and garnish with the scallions.
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