How to Make Chinese Hand-Pulled Noodles - A Step-by-Step Guide

Chinese hand-pulled noodles, also known as Lamian, are a traditional Chinese noodle dish that has been enjoyed for centuries. These noodles are made by repeatedly stretching and folding the dough into strands, giving them a unique texture and chewy consistency. The process of hand-pulling the noodles requires skill, precision, and patience, but the result is well worth the effort.

Traditional Chinese hand-pulled noodles are typically served in a flavorful broth with various toppings s...

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Ingredients

  • 8 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 ½ cups water
  • ¼ cup vegetable oil

Information

  • Prep Time: 1 hr
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Additional Time: 45 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 55 mins
  • Servings: 10

  • Place flour in a large bowl and gradually mix in water. Mix until dough comes together; knead until smooth, 15 to 20 minutes. Cover with plastic wrap and let rest for 15 minutes.
  • Knead dough again for 2 minutes; cover and let rest for 15 minutes.
  • Knead dough one more time for 2 minutes. Divide into 4 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a 3/8-inch-thick sheet. Brush both sides of each sheet with oil. Stack sheet together; cover with plastic wrap and let rest for 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Fill a large saucepan with water and bring to boil.
  • Place one sheet of dough on a cutting board and slice into 1/8-inch-wide strips. Take one end of a strip in each hand and stretch it until it is 30 to 35-inches long. Fold it in thirds and stretch again to the same length; shake and slap against the counter several times to lengthen it to 2 to 3 yards. Drop it into boiling water. Add 2 to 3 more strips of noodles to boiling water; cook until tender, 5 to 10 minutes. Transfer drained noodles to a serving bowl.
  • Repeat with remaining sheets of dough.
  • Nutrition

    412 cal.

    • Total Fat: 6g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Sodium: 4mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 76g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 0g
    • Protein: 10g
    • Calcium: 17mg
    • Iron: 5mg
    • Potassium: 108mg