Traditional Wuhan Hot Dry Noodles (Re Gan Mian, 热干面)
Make Traditional Wuhan Hot Dry Noodles (Re Gan Mian) with homemade udon, spiced beef stock, and authentic toppings for a true Chinese classic!
Servings: 4
Calories: 450kcal
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Ingredients:
For Homemade Udon (4 portions):
- 500 g plain flour
- 250 g warm water
- 20 g salt
- 2 tbsp Cornstarch - for dusting
For Lou Mei (Rich Beef Stock):
- 400 ml beef or vegetable stock
- 3 tbsp sesame oil
- 20 g fresh ginger - peeled and sliced
- 3 garlic cloves - peeled and sliced
- 1 small shallot - sliced
- 1 spring onion - sliced
- 3 tbsp Shaoxing wine
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
Spices for Lou Mei:
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 3 bay leaves
- 10 peppercorns
- 20 fennel seeds
- 10 cloves
- 5 cardamom pods
- 3 star anise
For Quick Pickled Carrot:
- 100 g carrot - peeled and cut into matchsticks
- 100 ml red wine vinegar
- 50 g brown sugar
For Homemade Chili Sauce:
- 5 chilies - seeds removed
- 20 g ginger - peeled and diced
- 8 tbsp chopped tomato
- Juice of ½ lime
- ½ tsp sugar
- ½ tsp salt
- 4 tbsp rapeseed oil
Instructions:
Homemade Udon:
- Dissolve salt in warm water. Gradually mix into the flour and knead for 8 minutes until a smooth dough forms. Rest the dough for 30 minutes, covered to prevent drying.
- For final kneading, place the dough in a plastic bag and step on it until flattened. Fold it back into a ball and repeat twice more. Rest for 2 hours or overnight.
- Roll the dough flat to about 0.6cm thick, fold, and slice into equal noodles.
- Boil the noodles in salted water for 12 minutes (in batches if necessary). Rinse under cold water to set the starch for a silky texture.
- To serve, dip cooked noodles in boiling water for 15 seconds, then transfer to a bowl. Add a ladle of lou mei and garnish as desired.
Lou Mei (Rich Beef Stock):
- Heat sesame oil in a pan. Sauté ginger, garlic, and onion for a few minutes. Add the spices and fry until aromatic.
- Pour in Shaoxing wine, stock, and brown sugar. Simmer for 30-60 minutes. Strain before serving.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Quick Pickled Carrot:
- Bring vinegar and sugar to a boil. Remove from heat and add carrot matchsticks. Ensure they are submerged.
- Let sit for 15 minutes. Store in the fridge for future use.
Homemade Chili Sauce:
- Blend all ingredients in a food processor until smooth.
- Store excess sauce in the fridge for future recipes.
Nutrition:
Serving: 500g | Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 65g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 5mg | Sodium: 1000mg | Potassium: 400mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 1000IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 3mg
