How to Make Cold Spicy Noodles (Leng Mian) - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're looking for a refreshing and flavorful dish to enjoy during the warmer months, look no further than Cold Spicy Noodles, also known as Leng Mian in Chinese cuisine. This dish is a perfect balance of heat, tang, and umami, making it a satisfying and tasty meal for any occasion. Whether you're hosting a summer barbecue, having a lazy weekend lunch, or simply craving a unique and delicious dish, Cold Spicy Noodles are sure to hit the spot.

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Ingredients

  • 4 ounces spaghetti, or as needed
  • 2 cups very cold ice water
  • ½ cup white vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons white sugar
  • 2 teaspoons sambal oelek (chile paste)
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cucumber, cut into matchsticks
  • ½ cup kimchi
  • ¼ cup roasted peanuts
  • 1 hard-cooked egg, halved (Optional)
  • 2 slices deli ham, cut into bite-sized pieces (Optional)

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 2
  • Yield: 2 bowls

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook spaghetti in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 12 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, combine ice water, vinegar, soy sauce, sugar, and sambal oelek in a bowl. Refrigerate sauce to chill until spaghetti is cooked.
  • Rinse cooked spaghetti in cold water until totally cooled off; drain well.
  • Divide sauce between 2 chilled servings bowls. Add equal amounts of spaghetti, cucumber, kimchi, peanuts, egg, and ham to each bowl. Serve immediately.
  • Nutrition

    479 cal.

    • Total Fat: 14g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 116mg
    • Sodium: 2204mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 70g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Total Sugars: 19g
    • Protein: 22g
    • Vitamin C: 24mg
    • Calcium: 103mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 611mg