Lightning-Fast Hot-and-Sour Chicken Noodle Recipe

Lightning-Fast Hot-and-Sour Chicken Noodle Recipe

1. Cook the Noodles:

• Boil Water:
  Bring a small pan of water to a boil.
• Cook Noodles:
  Add the dried wholewheat noodles and cook according to the package instructions (usually about 6-8 minutes).
• Drain and Rinse:
  Once cooked, drain the noodles in a colander. Rinse them under cold running water to stop the cooking process and prevent them from becoming mushy.
• Prevent Sticking:
  Drizzle a little groundnut oil over the rinsed noodles and toss gently to prevent them from sticking together.
• Serve:
  Divide the noodles between 2 deep bowls and set aside.

2. Stir-Fry the Aromatics:

• Heat the Wok:
  Place a wok over high heat and add the groundnut oil. Allow it to heat until it starts to smoke.
• Add Ginger and Chili:
  Once hot, add the grated ginger and finely chopped red chili. Stir-fry for a few seconds until fragrant.
• Tip:
  Be careful not to burn the ginger and chili; keep them moving in the pan.

3. Cook the Chicken:

• Add Chicken:
  Add the chopped chicken thighs to the wok. Stir-fry for about 2 minutes until the chicken starts to turn brown.
• Add Rice Wine:
  Pour in the Shaohsing rice wine and continue to stir-fry for an additional 3 minutes. The wine will add depth of flavor and help deglaze the pan.

4. Make the Soup:

• Add Stock:
  Pour in the hot vegetable stock and bring the mixture to a simmer.
• Add Mushrooms:
  Once simmering, add the sliced chestnut mushrooms.
• Season the Soup:
  Stir in the dark soy sauce, light soy sauce, and rice vinegar for a well-balanced flavor.

5. Thicken the Soup:

• Simmer:
  Bring the soup back to a simmer.
• Add Cornflour Paste:
  Gradually stir in the cornflour paste to thicken the soup. Continue to simmer and stir until the mixture thickens to your desired consistency.
• Add Beansprouts and Spring Onions:
  Stir in the beansprouts and most of the sliced spring onions (reserve a little for garnish).

6. Serve the Soup:

• Ladle Over Noodles:
  Carefully ladle the hot soup over the noodles in each bowl.
• Garnish:
  Scatter the remaining spring onions on top for a fresh crunch.
• Enjoy Immediately:
  Serve hot and enjoy your flavorful Lightning-Fast Hot-and-Sour Chicken Noodle Recipe!