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Cry Baby Noodles

Cry Baby Noodles

A bold and spicy noodle dish inspired by the Netflix film 'Hunger,' featuring wide rice noodles stir-fried with Chinese sausage, shrimp, tofu, and a rich, umami-packed sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Asian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • Wok or large skillet
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Slotted Spoon
  • Cutting Board
  • Knife

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 lb wide rice noodles fresh or dried
  • 2 Chinese sausages (lap cheong) sliced
  • 1/2 cup dried shrimp rinsed and patted dry
  • 1/2 cup firm tofu diced
  • 3 eggs beaten
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2 stalks green onions chopped, for garnish

Cry Baby Sauce

  • 5 tablespoons hoisin sauce
  • 3 tablespoons XO sauce
  • 2 tablespoons white miso paste
  • 3 tablespoons chili oil

Instructions
 

  • If using dried rice noodles, soak them in warm water until pliable, then drain and set aside. If using fresh noodles, separate them gently and set aside.
  • In a small bowl, combine hoisin sauce, XO sauce, white miso paste, and chili oil to create the Cry Baby sauce. Set aside.
  • In a wok or large skillet over medium heat, add 1/4 cup of water and the sliced Chinese sausages. Cook until the water evaporates and the sausages render their fat and appear glossy. Remove and set aside.
  • In the same wok, add 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil. Fry the dried shrimp until they turn golden and crispy. Remove and set aside.
  • Add the diced tofu to the wok and fry until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
  • Wipe the wok clean and add the remaining tablespoon of vegetable oil. Once hot, add the rice noodles and pour in the prepared Cry Baby sauce. Toss to coat the noodles evenly and allow them to char slightly for added flavor.
  • Push the noodles to one side of the wok and pour the beaten eggs into the empty space. Allow them to set slightly before scrambling and mixing them into the noodles.
  • Return the cooked Chinese sausage, dried shrimp, and tofu to the wok. Toss everything together until well combined and heated through.
  • Transfer the noodles to serving plates, garnish with chopped green onions, and serve immediately.

Notes

For a vegetarian version, omit the dried shrimp and Chinese sausage, and increase the amount of tofu or add other vegetables like bell peppers or mushrooms. Adjust the level of chili oil to suit your preferred spice level.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 140mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 5gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 3mg
Keyword Cry Baby Noodles, Hunger Netflix Recipe, Spicy Noodles
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