Lanzhou Noodle Soup
A fragrant Chinese noodle soup featuring tender lamb, aromatic spices, and hand-pulled noodles in a rich, savory broth. This Gansu province classic is comfort food at its finest.
- Total time
- 45 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 650
- Protein
- 42g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Bring a large pot of water to boil. Add lamb cubes and blanch for 2 minutes, then drain and rinse under cold water to remove impurities.
Step 2
In a clean large pot, add 1000 ml fresh water and bring to boil over high heat.
Step 3
Add blanched lamb, ginger slices, scallion whites, star anise, cinnamon stick, and bay leaves.
Step 4
Return to boil, then reduce heat to medium-low and simmer uncovered for 30 minutes until lamb is tender.
Step 5
Add soy sauce and salt, adjusting seasoning to taste. The broth should be savory and aromatic.
Step 6
In a separate pot, bring salted water to boil and cook fresh noodles according to package directions until al dente. Drain well.
Step 7
Divide noodles between two bowls and ladle hot lamb broth with lamb pieces over the top.
Step 8
Garnish with sliced scallions, fresh cilantro, white pepper, and drizzle of chili oil. Serve immediately.
Tools you’ll need
- large stainless steel pot
- second large pot
- colander
- ladle
- bowls
- cutting board
- chef's knife
- spoon
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