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Prepare the Dough:

• • In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour with 1/8tsp baking soda, and 1/8 tsp
  • Mix in 100g water, Continue mixing until a rough dough forms.

Knead the Dough:

• Knead the dough for about 5-10 minutes, until it becomes smooth and elastic. Add a little more flour if it’s too sticky or a bit of water if it’s too dry.

Rest the Dough:

• Form the dough into a ball and cover it with a damp cloth or a cover. Let it rest for about 30 minutes. This allows the gluten to relax, making the dough easier to work with

Rolling the Dough:

• Take one section of the dough and flatten it slightly with your hands or a rolling pin
• Pass the dough through the pasta roller on the widest setting.
• Fold the dough into thirds and pass it through the roller again. Repeat this process a few times to help knead the dough and make it more pliable

Thinning the Dough:

• Gradually decrease the roller setting to a narrower setting (e.g., 2 or 3) with each pass through the roller.
• Continue passing the dough through the roller, reducing the setting each time, until you reach the desired thickness for your noodles.

Cutting the Noodles:

• • Once rolled, fold the dough in lays, This makes it easier to cut uniform noodles.
  • Use a sharp knife to cut thin strips from the folded edge, creating your noodles.
  • Unfold the noodles and toss them lightly with flour to prevent sticking. Repeat the process with the remaining dough sections.

Cooking the Noodles:

• • In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add a pinch of salt to the water.
  • Gently drop the handmade noodles into the boiling water. Be cautious, as fresh noodles cook much quicker than store-bought ones.
  • Cook the noodles for about 2-3 minutes or until they float to the surface. The cooking time can vary based on the thickness of your noodles.
  • Once cooked, immediately remove the noodles from the boiling water using a slotted spoon or strainer. Rinse them briefly with cold water to stop the cooking process

Serve:

You can now use the cooked longevity hand-made noodles in your favorite recipes. They work well in soups, stir-fries, and other noodle-based dishes.

Or do what my mom used to do: crack in two eggs, add hot water, make the soup base, then add the following, and then the soup is ready.

• • 1 tsp soy sauce
  • A few drops of sesame oil
  • 1 tsp white pepper powder
  • A little bit of salt
  • Green onion cilantro leaves (optional)

    *Remember that making hand-made noodles can take a bit of practice to perfect the technique, but the results are well worth the effort. Enjoy your homemade longevity noodles and the delicious dishes you create with them! 🙂