Carrot Button Noodles

Steps

1. 1

   Add the peeled and sliced carrots to a saucepan and cover with just enough salted water.

2. 2

   Boil the carrots until fork tender, then drain.

3. 3

   Immediately mash or blend the carrots until smooth while they are still hot.

4. 4

   While the mashed carrot is still warm, mix in 200g of the glutinous rice flour until a dough forms.

5. 5

   Add more flour as needed (up to 50g) until the dough is smooth and no longer sticky. If the dough becomes too crumbly, add a small amount of hot water to bring it together.

6. 6

   Pinch off small pieces of dough and roll them into balls.

7. 7

   Press your finger into the center of each ball to create a little button shape.

8. 8

   Cook the button noodles in boiling water for about 3 minutes, or until 30 seconds after they float to the surface.

   Start 3-minute timer
9. 9

   Divide the cooked noodles across two bowls.

10. 10

    Top the noodles with minced garlic, sliced spring onions, and red chili flakes.

11. 11

    Pour the 2 tablespoons of hot neutral oil over the aromatics to sizzle.

12. 12

    Stir in the soy sauce and black vinegar, toss to coat the noodles thoroughly, and serve immediately.