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Spicy Potato Noodles

A comforting and flavorful dish featuring chewy, homemade potato noodles with a spicy kick, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dish, Vegetarian
Cuisine: Asian, Chinese
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Noodles
  • 1.1 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces Golden potatoes work too! They’ll give your noodles a lovely creaminess.
  • 1.5 cups potato starch This is the trick to achieving those chewy, delightfully stretchy noodles!
  • ½ cup warm water Helps to bring everything together so it’s easy to shape your noodles.
  • ½ teaspoon salt Enhances the flavor of the potatoes beautifully!
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons regular soy sauce Adds depth and savory goodness – who can resist that?
  • 2 tablespoons Chinese black vinegar For a delightful tang that brightens up the whole dish!
  • 2 tablespoons gochugaru (coarse) This gives your noodles that fantastic spicy flair. Adjust to your heat preference!
  • 1.25 teaspoons granulated sugar A little sweetness balances the spice beautifully!
  • ⅛ teaspoon salt Just a pinch to enhance those lovely flavors!
  • 2 tablespoons garlic, minced Because, let's face it, garlic makes everything better!
  • 3 tablespoons oil (any neutral oil such as avocado, sunflower, grapeseed, etc.) For frying garlic and making that divine chili oil!
  • ⅓ cup cilantro, roughly chopped A fresh, aromatic herb that adds a lovely finish!
Garnish
  • 1 stalk green onion, sliced A fresh, crisp addition for that burst of flavor!

Method
 

Cook the Potatoes
  1. Place the cut potatoes into a pot of boiling water and cook until fork-tender, about 10 to 15 minutes.
Make the Dough
  1. Once the potatoes are cooked, drain well and transfer them into a heatproof mixing bowl.
  2. Add the salt and mash the potatoes with a fork until no more chunks are visible.
  3. While the mashed potato is still warm, add the potato starch and mix until combined.
  4. Knead until it becomes cohesive and supple.
Add the Water
  1. Carefully mix in the warm water until absorbed, forming an almost smooth dough.
Make the Potato Noodles
  1. Bring a pot of water to a boil and clear a noodle-making space nearby.
  2. Divide the dough into 14 equal pieces, keeping the rest covered with a damp towel.
  3. Roll each into ½ inch thick noodles and gently drop them into the boiling water.
  4. Let them cool until they float to the top, indicating they’re ready. Cook for an additional minute, then place them into cold water.
  5. Repeat until all noodles are cooked.
Make the Chili Oil
  1. In a heatproof bowl, combine all the chili oil ingredients except the oil and cilantro.
  2. Heat the oil in a small pan until it starts to smoke, then carefully pour it over the bowl of ingredients.
Assembly
  1. Drain the potato noodles and transfer them to a large bowl.
  2. Add your chili oil and chopped cilantro, mixing gently until well coated.
  3. Serve while warm.

Notes

Cooking should be joyful and inviting! This dish is an experience bathed in warmth and love. Use hot potatoes for a better texture and keep the dough covered to prevent drying out.