Preparation:
*Recipe is included in this collection. PREPARATION: Parboil noodles in a pot of water with 3 T. oil for 3 minutes. Rinse under cold water and drain well. COOKING: In wok, heat 1 tbsp. oil. Brown pork with minced garlic and bean sauce until pork is done. Add remainder of seasonings and water. Mix well. Divide noodles into 2 or 3 portions according to appetite. Place in soup bowl. Spoon pork mixture on one side of the noodles and garnish the other side with the shredded cucumber. Serve. DO AHEAD NOTES: Do through cooking of the pork mixture. Before serving, reheat mixture and spoon over cold noodles. COMMENTS: This is a very popular northern dish in which the noodles are served chilled. If you like yours hot (flavor wise), add 1/2-1 tsp. chili oil when you stir fry and you'll become a fire breathing drago |