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Cumin Lamb Noodles

Savory Cumin Lamb Noodles That Feel Like Home

Savor the vibrant flavors of Cumin Lamb Noodles, a dish that brings the essence of Xi'an to your table.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Marinating Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 650

Ingredients
  

For the Noodles
  • 1 batch Homemade Hand-Pulled Noodles Provides authentic chewiness
  • 1 package Wide Wheat Noodles Substitute if homemade noodles are too daunting
For the Lamb Marinade
  • 1 pound Lamb Choose tender cuts like loin or shoulder
  • 2 tablespoons Shaoxing Wine Adds depth
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Enhances seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons Peanut Oil Ideal for high-heat cooking
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch Helps tenderize the lamb
For the Spice Mix
  • 2 tablespoons Whole Cumin Seeds Toasting enhances taste
  • 1 tablespoon Sichuan Peppercorns Adds complexity and numbing heat
  • 1 tablespoon Whole Coriander Seeds Introduces citrusy notes
For the Sauce and Aromatics
  • 3 cloves Garlic Essential for depth
  • 1 tablespoon Minced Ginger Don’t underestimate their impact on flavor!
  • 1 medium Red Onion Sweetens the dish when cooked
  • 1-2 pieces Hot Green Chili Use to introduce heat
  • 3 tablespoons Light/Dark Soy Sauce Provides umami flavor and color
  • 2 tablespoons Homemade Chili Oil The backbone of the sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Chinkiang Vinegar Adds necessary acidity
  • 1 handful Cilantro Use as a fresh garnish

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • wok
  • spice grinder
  • mixing bowl
  • Pot

Method
 

Spice Preparation
  1. In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast 2 tablespoons of whole cumin seeds, 1 tablespoon of Sichuan peppercorns, and 1 tablespoon of coriander seeds for about 5 minutes until fragrant.
  2. Transfer to a spice grinder and grind until partially fine.
Marinate Lamb
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine 1 pound of tender lamb with 2 tablespoons of Shaoxing wine, 1 teaspoon of salt, 1 tablespoon of peanut oil, and 1 tablespoon of cornstarch. Stir well and let marinate for 15 minutes.
Cook Lamb
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of peanut oil in a large skillet over high heat. Add the marinated lamb in a single layer and sear for about 30 seconds.
  2. Stir to brown the meat evenly until golden.
Add Aromatics
  1. Introduce 3 cloves of minced garlic and 1 tablespoon of minced ginger to the skillet, stirring quickly for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Incorporate Vegetables
  1. Add 1 sliced red onion and 1-2 hot green chilies to the pan. Stir-fry for 10-20 seconds until the onion is just tender.
Add Spice Mix and Sauce
  1. Sprinkle in the ground spice mix and pour in 2 tablespoons of homemade chili oil, 2 tablespoons of Chinkiang vinegar, and 3 tablespoons of soy sauce. Stir-fry for about 30 seconds.
Finish with Cilantro
  1. Remove the skillet from heat and fold in a handful of chopped cilantro. Mix until evenly distributed.
Cook Noodles
  1. In a separate pot, bring salted water to a boil. Cook homemade hand-pulled noodles for about 2 minutes or follow package instructions for wide wheat noodles.
  2. Drain the noodles and rinse gently under cold water.
Serve
  1. Plate a generous serving of the cooked noodles in a bowl. Top with the lamb mixture and sauce, drizzling with extra chili oil and vinegar as desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 70gProtein: 45gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best results, marinate lamb overnight and adjust spices according to personal taste.

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