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Xiamen Style Homemade Shacha Noodles
Savor homemade shacha noodles, a tasty Xiamen delicacy. This simple recipe features tender noodles in a savory shacha broth with crispy tofu, squid, and meatballs. Customize it with your favorite ingredients and serve hot with fresh herbs for a delightful meal!
Ingredients:
Main Ingredients:
• Noodles
• Shacha sauce
• Garlic sauce
• Tofu
• Squid
• Sausage
• Quail eggs
• Fish tofu
• Meatballs
• Egg sausage
Supplementary Ingredients:
• Bean sprouts
• Seasonings:
• Salt
• Chicken essence
• Sugar
• Garlic flavor
Instructions:
1. Prepare Tofu: Cut the tofu into triangles and marinate with a little salt. Coat both sides with flour.
2. Fry Tofu: Heat oil in a pan and fry the coated tofu until golden brown on both sides. Remove and set aside.
3. Prepare Ingredients: Cut the squid and egg sausage, then set them aside.
4. Sauté Aromatics: In the same pan, add garlic and chili sauce. Stir-fry briefly until fragrant.
5. Make the Broth: Add water and bring to a boil. Stir in peanut butter until dissolved.
6. Add Tofu and Meat: Once boiling, add the fried tofu, meatballs, and fish tofu. Reduce to low heat. Season with appropriate salt and sugar, and simmer for about 20 minutes until the soup thickens.
7. Incorporate Egg Sausage: Add the egg sausage and stir, then sprinkle in chicken essence.
8. Fry Sausage: In a separate pan, fry the sausage until golden brown, then add it to the soup.
9. Blanch Vegetables and Noodles: Blanch the bean sprouts in boiling water and place them in a bowl. Do the same with the squid, adding a bit of minced garlic. Blanch the noodles for a few minutes, then set aside.
10. Assemble the Dish: Turn off the heat and pour the soup and all ingredients directly over the noodles and bean sprouts in the bowl.
11. Serve: Your homemade Shacha noodles are ready to enjoy!
Tips:
1. Prep Ahead: Cut and marinate ingredients in advance for easier cooking.
2. Crispy Tofu: Heat the oil well before frying the tofu to get it crispy.
3. Taste & Adjust: Taste the soup as it cooks and adjust seasonings to your liking.
4. Customize: Add any extra veggies or proteins you enjoy.
5. Fresh Garnish: Top with herbs like cilantro or green onions for added flavor.
6. Store Smart: Keep noodles and soup separate if you have leftovers to maintain texture.
