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Cumin Lamb Noodles

Savory Cumin Lamb Noodles: A Comforting Homemade Delight

Cumin Lamb Noodles are a comforting homemade dish that combines bold spices and tender lamb for a delicious meal.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 540
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Hand-Pulled Noodles
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 3/4 cup Water
For the Marinade & Lamb
  • 1 lb Lamb, thinly sliced Use lamb loin or shoulder; for alternatives, consider well-marbled beef.
  • 1 tbsp Shaoxing Wine Dry sherry can be used as a substitute.
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Peanut Oil 1 tsp for marinade; 1 tbsp for stir fry.
  • 2 tsp Cornstarch Used for marinating the lamb.
  • 2 tbsp Whole Cumin Seeds Can be replaced with ground cumin, but fresh spices are recommended.
  • 2 tsp Sichuan Peppercorns Avoid substitution for a true flavor profile.
  • 1 tsp Whole Coriander Seeds Use ground coriander in a pinch.
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Homemade Chili Oil Add more to taste if desired.
  • 3 tbsp Chinkiang Vinegar
  • 4 tsp Light Soy Sauce
  • 4 tsp Dark Soy Sauce
  • 8 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 2 inches Ginger, minced
  • 1 whole Red Onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 whole Hot Green Chili, sliced Customize according to desired spice level.
  • 1/2 bunch Cilantro, chopped Fresh garnish.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • pot
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spice Grinder

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Cumin Lamb Noodles
  1. Prep Noodles: Mix flour and water until a dough forms, knead for 10 minutes until smooth. Cover and let rest for 30 minutes.
  2. Toast and Grind Spices: In a dry skillet, toast cumin seeds, Sichuan peppercorns, and coriander seeds for about 5 minutes until fragrant. Grind until partially powdered.
  3. Marinate Lamb: Combine lamb with Shaoxing wine, salt, peanut oil, and ground spice mixture. Marinate for 15 minutes.
  4. Cook Lamb: Heat peanut oil in a skillet, add marinated lamb and cook until browned. Add garlic, ginger, onion, and chili for another 10-20 seconds.
  5. Add Sauce Mixture: Pour in remaining sauce ingredients and quickly stir-fry together for 1-2 minutes.
  6. Finish with Cilantro: Remove from heat, fold in chopped cilantro, and transfer mixture to a platter.
  7. Cook Noodles: Pull and twist rested dough into desired shape, cook in boiling water for 1-2 minutes until tender.
  8. Serve: Place noodles in bowls, top with lamb mixture, and drizzle with additional chili oil and sauces as desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 540kcalCarbohydrates: 67gProtein: 32gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 890mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 30IUVitamin C: 7mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are prepped before starting; use whole spices for freshness and trim lamb for tenderness.

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