3 Ways to Make Versatile Homemade Noodles
Love noodles but want to go homemade? Try these three crowd-favorite styles you can whip up in your kitchen—no fancy gear required!
Scroll down for Rice Noodles, Jelly Noodles, and Udon Noodles—each with a different texture, flavor, and vibe!
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1. Soft & Silky Rice Noodles
Perfect for stir-fries, soups, or even fresh spring rolls.
You’ll need:
1 cup (120g) rice flour
⅓ cup (40g) tapioca starch
Pinch of salt
1⅓ cup (315g) water
Oil (for brushing)
How to make it:
1. Mix all dry ingredients in a bowl.
2. Gradually whisk in the water until you get a thin, smooth batter.
3. Heat a pot of water to boil. Grease an 8-inch tray, pour in ¼ cup (60g) of batter, and steam for 1–2 minutes until clear.
4. Cool in an ice bath, brush with oil, then peel and slice into strips.
5. Use fresh or store in the fridge, covered.
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2. Bouncy & Cool Jelly Noodles (Liangfen Style)
Refreshing, gluten-free, and great with chili oil!
You’ll need:
1 cup (120g) mung bean starch or pea starch
1 cup (240ml) water (to mix)
5 cups (1.2L) water (to cook)
How to make it:
1. Boil the 5 cups of water in a pot.
2. Mix starch with the 1 cup of water until smooth.
3. Slowly stir the starch mixture into the boiling water—keep stirring!
4. When thick and glassy, pour into a bowl.
5. Cool it in an ice water bath until firm.
6. Slice into jelly-like noodles and enjoy chilled with sauces.
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3. Chewy Homemade Udon Noodles
These thick, satisfying noodles are a dream in broth or stir-fry.
You’ll need:
½ cup (111g) boiling water
2 tsp (10g) salt
1⅓ cups (190g) all-purpose flour
¼ cup (30g) tapioca starch
How to make it:
1. Mix flour and starch in a bowl. Dissolve salt in boiling water.
2. Gradually add the salted water to the flour mixture and stir to form a dough.
3. Knead until smooth, then rest the dough for 30 minutes.
4. Roll out, fold, and repeat until 3–4mm thick.
5. Slice into noodles (or use a pasta maker).
6. Dust with starch to prevent sticking.
7. Boil for 12–15 minutes, rinse, and they’re ready!
8. Add to soups, broths, or quick stir-fries.
Pro tips:
Freeze uncooked noodles for up to a month.
You can use only flour if you don’t have tapioca starch.
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