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Let us get into its preparation.
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To start with you will need 200 gms of Hakka noodles-the main star for this recipe.
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Now boil the noodles in a big vessel with water mixed with a small amount of salt.
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Always remember to cook the noodles al dente-they must be firm yet tender-so they retain their shape when stir-fried.
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On average, that would probably be about 3-5 minutes for any given brand.
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The noodles should now be well done.
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Drain the noodles in a colander, and then rinse with cold running water. At this step, it stops further cooking of the noodles and prevents them from sticking together.
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When you have finished rinsing the noodles, set them aside and start making your delicious stir-fry.
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Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat.
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Any oil can be used but mustard oil and coconut oil may not do very well with this particular dish.
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Put in 1 tablespoon of finely chopped garlic and 1 tablespoon of finely chopped ginger once the oil gets hot.
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Saute them for at least a minute for them to be aromatic and fill your kitchen with an inviting fragrance.
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Besides giving the dish depth in taste, garlic, and ginger add up to the health benefits.
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Now is the moment to add the colourful stir-fry mix of vegetables into the pan.
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Add a half cup of sliced onions, a half cup of julienned carrots, a half cup of thinly sliced bell peppers, and a half cup of shredded cabbage in for additional crunch and a colourful flourish to the dish.
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Stir-fry the vegetables for 3-4 minutes, making sure that they should be slightly tender but crunch at the same time.
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This way of fast cooking does not drain the colourful appearance and nutrients of the vegetables but adds flavour to their richness.
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Once the vegetables get cooked perfectly, it's time to introduce the noodles into the recipe.
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Put in the Hakka noodles that are cooked into the pan, then follow up with a series of sauces that will flavour the dishes.
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Add soy sauce to taste, 2 tablespoons add umami flavour; 1 tablespoon tomato ketchup to give it a slight sweetness; 1 tablespoon red chilli sauce if you like a little heat; top off all with 1/2 teaspoon black pepper powder that blends all this perfectly.
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Toss everything gently together so you know that all the noodles and vegetables have gotten a coat of those sauces.
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The colours alone will make you pucker your mouth.
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Let it stand for a minute after tossing, then give the noodles a try and adjust their seasoning according to your preference.
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If you want it spicier, now is the time, so toss in a little more chilli sauce or sprinkle some chilli flakes if you like.
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Once you have got the flavour right, turn off the fire.
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To serve, garnish the Veg Hakka Noodles with 2 tablespoons of chopped spring onion greens.
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This will add a very fresh, zesty flavour, which goes along well with the savoury flavours of the dish.
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On serving noodles warm, the flavours come forward, making it a treat that cannot be resisted. Veg Hakka Noodles are either served solely or paired with some of your favourite Indo-Chinese items such as Manchurian or fried rice.