Lanzhou Lamian

Lanzhou Lamian is a hand-pulled noodle dish that offers a delightful balance of chewy noodles, savory beef broth, and aromatic toppings. This Halal Chinese breakfast dish is both comforting and satisfying, perfect for starting your day.

Ingredients

• All-purpose flour - 200 grams
• Water - 100 ml
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Beef shank - 250 grams
• Ginger - 1 slice
• Garlic - 2 cloves, smashed
• Star anise - 1
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Chinese cooking wine - 1 tablespoon
• Green onions - 2, chopped
• Cilantro - a handful, chopped
• Chili oil - 1 tablespoon
• Beef broth - 1 liter

Steps

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt. Gradually add water while kneading until a smooth dough forms. Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rest for 30 minutes.
2. In a pot, add the beef shank, ginger, smashed garlic, star anise, soy sauce, Chinese cooking wine, and beef broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 45 minutes until the beef is tender.
3. While the beef is cooking, divide the rested dough into two equal parts. Roll each part into a long rope, then stretch and pull to form noodles, about 1 cm thick. Dust with flour to prevent sticking.
4. Once the beef is tender, remove it from the pot, and slice it thinly. Strain the broth and return it to the pot, keeping it warm.
5. In a serving bowl, place a portion of the hand-pulled noodles and ladle hot broth over them. Top with sliced beef, chopped green onions, cilantro, and a drizzle of chili oil.
6. Serve hot and enjoy your Lanzhou Lamian!

Nutrition

• Calories: 550
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 75 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 900 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
• Water: 1 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein from the beef, supporting muscle health.
• Contains vitamins and minerals from herbs like cilantro and green onions.

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