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    Tainan Noodles Recipe (4-Ingredients Asian Noodles)

    Published: Mar 22, 2020 · Modified: May 16, 2020 This post may contain affiliate links · This blog generates income via ads · 13 Comments

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    Tainan Noodles Recipe

    A flavorful Chinese noodle dish made with simple ingredients and seasonings. This Tainan noodles recipe is the perfect last-minute recipe idea on busy nights. It's an easy recipe for when you are not in the mood for cooking, but don't want to eat canned food.

    This Asian noodle dish recipe is inspired by one of the noodle products sold at Costco, Tainan-style noodles by Asha. It has the perfect seasoning made of soy sauce, sugar, and sesame oil.

    You can serve this dry Tainan noodle by itself or with the toppings of your choice, such as egg or rotisserie chicken. Either way, these Tainan noodles will satisfy your hunger without extra work, and an added bonus is that it’s very budget-friendly.

    Dry Noodles Recipe

    This easy dry noodles recipe can be ready and on the dinner table in about 15 minutes. No chopping, no stir-frying, and very little preparation! The perfect easy meal for college students!

    Don't throw away your leftovers, as you can pack this noodle dish for lunch or put it in the freezer to extend its shelf life.

    Tainan Noodles

    Tainan Noodles Ingredients:

    For best results, use fresh Chinese lo-mein style noodles (the same noodles that people use to make Dan Dan noodles). I understand that many of you may not have access to Asian dried pasta, so spaghetti or even tagliatelle would work great. If you are going to use dried pasta, be sure to add about ¼ teaspoon of baking soda per quart of water when cooking the pasta.  It will give it a bouncier texture, and a flavor that’s similar to Chinese noodles.

    Please note that noodle brands vary so much from one to the next. For that reason, you may need to make a few adjustments on the recipe ingredients to reach the desired taste.

    Tainan Noodles

    Now, let's talk about the seasoning. The noodle is seasoned with soy sauce, sesame oil, and sugar. So simple, isn't it?

    To add an extra kick of spiciness, feel free to add your favorite hot sauce to this dish. Sriracha sauce or Sichuan chili oil both work quite nicely.

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    How to Make this Tainan Noodle Dish:

    As I mentioned above, this dish doesn't require cooking skills nor a long cooking time. You only need to cook the pasta until al dente, then mix it in with the soy-based seasoning.

    Tainan Noodles

    I've tried this recipe using different types of noodles and always had to make small adjustments to the amount of soy sauce and sugar. Therefore, I am going to list a lesser amount of those ingredients as a starting point for the noodles. If you think they still need some extra seasoning, feel free to adjust the amount of soy sauce, sugar, or salt until you reach your desire taste. 

    Another important thing to remember is that it's better to let the noodles soak in the soy sauce and absorb those wonderful flavors for a few minutes before serving.

    I really hope that you'll enjoy this basic yet flavorful noodle dish recipe. 

    Tainan Noodles Recipe
    5 from 9 votes

    Tainan Noodles

    Rika
    A flavorful Chinese noodle dish made with simple ingredients and seasonings. This Asian comfort food, Tainan noodles recipe is the perfect last-minute recipe idea on busy nights or when you are not in the mood for cooking.
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    Prep Time 3 mins
    Cook Time 10 mins
    Course Main Dish
    Cuisine Chinese
    Servings 2
    Calories 207 kcal

    Ingredients
     

    • 3 oz noodles, (Lo-mein style noodles, thin noodles or Spaghetti)
    • ¾ - 1 tablespoon soy sauce
    • ½ teaspoon white sugar
    • 2 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
    • salt and pepper, (to taste)

    Optional Toppings:

    • chopped green onions

    Instructions
     

    • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Cook the noodles according to the package instructions.
      Note: If you are going to use dried pasta, be sure to add about ¼ teaspoon of baking soda per quart of water when cooking the pasta.
    • In a medium-size bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sugar, and sesame oil.
    • Drain the noodles and transfer to a bowl. Toss to coat the noodles with sauce. Taste and adjust the ingredients or use salt/pepper as needed.
      Let the noodles soak in the soy sauce and absorb those wonderful flavors for a few minutes before serving.
    • Serve with chopped green onions or any toppings of your choice. Enjoy!

    Notes

    If more soy sauce is needed, add by small increments of 1 teaspoon at a time. To add saltiness to the dish, just add a small amount of salt. Do not go overboard with soy sauce or all you’ll taste is soy sauce.
    If more sugar is needed, add by small increments of ¼ teaspoon at a time.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 207kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 7gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 882mgPotassium: 128mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gCalcium: 9mgIron: 1mg
    Keyword Simple Sesame Noodles, Student Noodles, Tainan Noodles
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    1. Terri Steffes

      March 24, 2020 at 6:52 am

      I love noodles! All over the world, one dish I will try is some kind of noodles. I have never been disappointed. I cannot wait to add this recipe to my menu.

      Reply
    2. Kathy

      March 24, 2020 at 8:34 am

      These look so good. My family loves just about all noodles. I bet they're going to love this too.

      Reply
    3. Catalina

      March 24, 2020 at 9:22 am

      5 stars
      Love how easy are these noodles to make! And I have all the ingredients at home!

      Reply
    4. Cathy Mini

      March 24, 2020 at 7:02 pm

      5 stars
      What a nice idea when I feel so lazy. Tainan noodles are so good, I will save this recipe.

      Reply
    5. Ana

      March 25, 2020 at 2:58 am

      5 stars
      I love Chinese food but have never tried Tainan noodles. Thanks for sharing the recipe! Would love to try!

      Reply
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