De-Mystifying Cellophane Noodles

 I have to admit that these noodles have had me scratching my head as how to make them and not over cook them or have a sticky mess in a pan...here is the simplest way..pre-soak them  then they behave in any recipe and  are fantastic for anyone going gluten free as they are made with bean starch paste.



4 cups boiling water
8ozs cellophane noodles


in a large bowl, add the dried noodles and top with the boiling water,and allow to soak for 10-15 mins (depends on freshness of the noodles and humidity in the air.).

The make any recipe..Stir fries, curries, stews,  soups or simple broth and noodles. and add the pre-soaked noodles for the last 3-5 mins of cooking the dish ( the dish must have cooking liquor/sauce for the noodles to cook)

I love these in a salad with crisp lettuce and roasted nuts


If cooking separately, the  boil in water for 3-5 mins then  drain and add to any dish, for salads rinse in cold water or stock then add to the prepared veggies and nuts and dress with a light salad dressing, even just seasoned rice vinegar & roasted sesame oil is tremendous.