Description
Cumin Lamb Noodles is a flavorful and aromatic Chinese-inspired dish featuring tender thinly sliced lamb cooked with toasted cumin, Sichuan peppercorns, and coriander seeds, served over homemade hand-pulled noodles tossed in a spicy, tangy sauce with chili oil and fresh herbs.
Ingredients
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- 1 batch homemade hand-pulled noodles or wide wheat noodles
- 2 tablespoons whole cumin seeds
- 2 teaspoons Sichuan peppercorns
- 1 teaspoon whole coriander seeds
- 1 lb lamb, thinly sliced against the grain (loin or shoulder)
- 1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine (or dry sherry)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon peanut oil (or vegetable oil)
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 1/2 cup homemade chili oil (plus more to taste)
- 3 tablespoons Chinkiang vinegar
- 1/4 cup Shaoxing wine (or dry sherry)
- 4 teaspoons light soy sauce
- 4 teaspoons dark soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon peanut oil (or vegetable oil)
- 8 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 inches ginger, minced
- 1 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 hot green chili, sliced
- 1/2 bunch cilantro, chopped (about 1 heaping cup loosely packed)
Instructions
- Toast cumin seeds, Sichuan peppercorns, and coriander seeds in a dry pan over medium heat until fragrant. Grind coarsely and set aside.
- In a bowl, combine lamb slices with Shaoxing wine, salt, peanut oil, and cornstarch. Marinate for 15-30 minutes.
- Cook homemade or store-bought noodles according to instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a wok or large pan, heat 1 tablespoon peanut oil over medium-high heat.
- Add minced garlic, ginger, red onion, and sliced green chili. Stir fry until aromatic and onions soften.
- Add marinated lamb and stir fry until browned and cooked through.
- Add the toasted spice mix and stir well to coat the lamb.
- Mix chili oil, Chinkiang vinegar, Shaoxing wine, light soy sauce, and dark soy sauce in a small bowl.
- Add the sauce mixture to the wok and toss to combine everything evenly.
- Add cooked noodles and chopped cilantro. Toss gently to mix and heat through.
- Adjust seasoning and chili oil to taste. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Homemade hand-pulled noodles add authentic texture, but wide wheat noodles work well as a substitute.
- Chili oil can be store-bought or homemade; adjust quantity to control heat.
- Shaoxing wine can be substituted with dry sherry or omit if unavailable.
- Serve with extra cilantro and chili oil on the side for personalization.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg