Longevity Noodles Recipe

Name: Longevity Noodles
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 quarts water; 5 ounces mung bean or soybean sprouts (2 cups); 1 1/2 teaspoons salt; 1/2 pound fresh Chinese egg noodles; 1/4 cup chicken stock, vegetable stock, or canned low-sodium broth; 1 tablespoon plus 1/2 teaspoon light soy sauce; 1/2 teaspoon Asian sesame oil; 1 tablespoon peanut oil; One 1/4-inch-thick slice of fresh ginger, lightly smashed; 1/4 pound snow peas; 3 large fresh water chestnuts, peeled and sliced 1/8 inch thick

Servings: persons

2 quarts water
5 ounces mung bean or soybean sprouts (2 cups)
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 pound fresh Chinese egg noodles
1/4 cup chicken stock, vegetable stock, or canned low-sodium broth
1 tablespoon plus 1/2 teaspoon light soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon Asian sesame oil
1 tablespoon peanut oil
One 1/4-inch-thick slice of fresh ginger, lightly smashed
1/4 pound snow peas
3 large fresh water chestnuts, peeled and sliced 1/8 inch thick

1
Bring the water to a boil in a large saucepan.
2
Put the bean sprouts in a strainer, lower it into the boiling water and blanch the bean sprouts for 10 seconds.
3
Remove the strainer and rinse the sprouts in cold water; drain well.
4
Add the salt to the water in the saucepan and bring it back to a boil.
5
Add the noodles and cook, stirring, for 1 minute.
6
Drain the noodles thoroughly in a colander and rinse them in cold water; drain.
7
Rinse again then drain, lifting them to separate and dry the strands.
8
In a small bowl, combine the chicken stock with the soy sauce and sesame oil to make the sauce.
9
Warm a wok over high heat for 45 seconds.
10
Add the peanut oil and swirl to coat the wok.
11
Stir in the ginger and cook for 10 seconds.
12
Add the snow peas and stir-fry until bright green, about 1 minute.
13
Add the water chestnuts and stir-fry for 30 seconds.
14
Add the bean sprouts and stir-fry for 1 minute.
15
Stir the sauce, add it to the wok and bring to a boil.
16
Add the noodles and stir-fry until they absorb the sauce, about 1 1/2 minutes.
17
Transfer the noodles to a platter and serve at once.

287

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 quarts water, 5 ounces mung bean or soybean sprouts (2 cups), 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, 1/2 pound fresh Chinese egg noodles, and more.

Yes, Longevity Noodles falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Longevity Noodles

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Variations & substitutions

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