Description
These Hakka Noodle Petites are a delightful fusion of Indian and Chinese flavors, served tapas-style in small noodle cups topped with your choice of protein or vegetables.
Ingredients
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For the hakka noodles
- 1 cup (240 ml) noodles, boiled & roughly cut to avoid long strands (makes about 8 small cups)
- 1/2 onion, sliced lengthwise
- 1 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ginger paste
- 1 cup (240 ml) julienned vegetables- green & red peppers, carrots & red cabbage
- 2 tbsp (30 ml) olive oil
- 1/2 tsp garam masala
- 1/2 tsp red chili flakes
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) dark soy sauce
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) white vinegar
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) besan (gram flour)
- Salt & pepper to taste
For the topping
- 2 chicken sausages, grilled and diced
- Some baby spinach or Chinese spinach leaves
- Chili garlic sauce
- Mint sauce
Instructions
- Boil the noodles according to package instructions, then drain and roughly cut to avoid long strands. This will make about 8 small cups.
- Heat 2 tbsp of oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and ginger paste, sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the sliced onions and cook for 5-7 minutes until they are browned.
- Stir in the julienned vegetables, salt, pepper, garam masala, and chili flakes. Cook for another 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender but still crisp.
- Mix in the boiled noodles and toss everything together until well combined and heated through.
- Shape the noodle mixture into small cups using a muffin tin or similar mold.
- Top with your choice of chicken sausage, prawns, tofu, or tempura vegetables.
- Serve immediately, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
- These noodle cups can be topped with chicken sausage, prawns, tofu, or tempura vegetables, making them versatile for different tastes.
- They are perfect for serving as appetizers or party snacks.
- You can prepare the noodle mixture in advance and shape them into cups just before serving.
- Experiment with different toppings to find your favorite combination.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: Asian Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 300
- Fat: 6
- Carbohydrates: 20
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 5
- Cholesterol: 10