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Noodles (traditional food in China)

Noodles are one of the traditional foods in China. They are long strips made of flour. Noodles can be mixed with different ingredients and seasonings to make different flavors, which are deeply loved by people. Next, let's introduce the steps of making noodles.

Prepare materials

The materials needed to make noodles are flour, water and salt. Among them, the quality of flour has a great influence on the taste of noodles, so it is suggested to choose high-gluten flour. Water quantity should be adjusted according to flour quality and environmental humidity. The function of salt is to increase the elasticity and taste of noodles.

Make dough

1. Pour the flour into the bowl and dig a hole in the middle with your fingers.

2. Slowly add the right amount of water and stir the flour with chopsticks until the dough begins to take shape.

3. Take out the dough and knead it on the chopping board until it becomes smooth and elastic.

4. Put the dough into a fresh-keeping bag and let it stand for 15 minutes.

handmade noodles

1. Take out the dough and divide it into small pieces.

2. Roll the dough into thin slices with a rolling pin or noodle maker.

3. Fold the paper in half and then fold it in half into a long strip.

4. Cut the long strip into noodles of appropriate length with a knife.

cook?noodles

1. Boil the water and add a proper amount of salt.

2. Put the noodles in water and cook for 3-5 minutes until the noodles are soft.

3. Take out the noodles, rinse them with cold water, let them cool, and remove the serosity on the surface.

Edible noodles

1. Put the noodles in a bowl and add appropriate seasonings and ingredients, such as tofu, eggs and vegetables.

2. Stir well with chopsticks and serve.