Embark on a delightful culinary journey to create a delicious rice noodle recipe at home, perfect for a weeknight meal. This guide is your passport to mastering the art of homemade noodles. With dedication, a bit of practice, and these clear cooking instructions, you’ll soon be serving a dish that rivals any Asian restaurants, all from your own kitchen.

What are the Benefits of Eating Rice Noodles?

Rice noodles are more than a popular Asian food; they provide numerous benefits, contributing to a healthy meal. Low in fat and cholesterol-free, they’re a heart-healthy choice. They also provide energy-rich carbohydrates to fuel your day.

How to Make a Simple Rice Noodle Recipe?

Making a simple recipe at home may actually seem intimidating initially, but with the right guidance, it’s simpler than you think. This recipe requires no special cooking equipment or obscure ingredients, just simple items and straightforward cooking techniques. Dainty rice offers a gluten-free All-Purpose rice flour.

Are Rice Noodles Gluten-Free?

Rice noodles are completely gluten-free, providing an excellent meal option that perfectly aligns with the dietary needs of individuals following a gluten-free diet, as well as those managing gluten sensitivity or intolerance. This versatility offers a safe and delicious culinary option for many, allowing everyone to enjoy the richness of Asian cuisine without compromising on their health or dietary restrictions.

Total Cook Time for Making the Recipe

From the moment you begin assembling your ingredients to the final savoury bite, this recipe unfolds over the course of about 45 minutes. This time frame encompasses the meticulous preparation of ingredients, the necessary resting period for the batter to achieve its ideal consistency, and the actual cook time.

Level of Difficulty

The beauty of this recipe is that it comfortably fits into the ‘easy’ category of culinary endeavours. This simplicity makes it a perfect exploration for those just beginning their journey in the kitchen, or even experienced cooks seeking to expand their skill set with the art of homemade rice noodles from scratch. Each step, while straightforward, contributes to the creation of a dish that is as delicious as it is gratifying to prepare. Dainty has a rice flour that is perfect for this recipe.

Rice Noodle Recipe

  • 30 - 45Min
  • Easy
  • Vegan adaptable

Rice noodle recipe with chicken and vegetables

Ingredients

Noodle Ingredients

  • 1 cup (250mL) Dainty All-Purpose Rice Flour
  • 1/3 cup (85mL) Tapioca Starch
  • 1 tsp Sea Salt
  • 1¼ cups (310mL) Hot Water
  • Plus extra if needed Vegetable Oil

Stir-fry

  • A variety of vegetables (such as onions, green onions, bell peppers, snow peas, etc.)
  • Protein of your choices (e.g., chicken pieces or chicken tenders)
  • Seasonings (like fish sauce, brown sugar or coconut sugar, fresh ginger, a drizzle of sesame oil, chili garlic sauce, to your taste)

Preparation

1

Mix rice flour, tapioca starch, and salt in a large bowl

2

Gradually add hot water, mixing until the batter achieves a thin coconut milk consistency, and let it rest for 30 minutes

3

Grease two cake tins with vegetable oil

4

Pour a thin layer of batter into one tin, and place it over a saucepan of boiling water

5

Cover and steam for 3–4 minutes, or until just set

6

After cooling, slice the noodle sheet into thick strands, brushing lightly with oil, and repeat until all batter is used

7

For the stir-fry, heat a nonstick skillet and sauté your chosen vegetables and chicken

8

Infuse them with the flavours of your chosen seasonings

9

Add your key ingredient, fresh noodles, cooking for a couple of minutes, and voilà!

Tips and Tricks for a Successful Recipe

An integral part of the cooking process involves employing certain tips and tricks that can take your dish from ordinary to extraordinary. Here are a few specially curated tips to elevate your recipe:

Pre-soak and al dente

Always remember to pre-soak your flat rice noodles in lukewarm water for at least 20–30 minutes before cooking. This helps in softening them, making them easier to work with.

While cooking the noodles, take care not to overcook them. They should be cooked until they are still firm when bitten (al dente). Overcooked noodles can easily turn mushy in your stir-fry.

Sauce and vegetables

It is also worth mentioning that the sauce plays a crucial role in a recipe. The balance between the sweet, tangy, and salty flavours is what gives your noodle dish a distinctive taste. Adjust the sugar, fish sauce, and lime juice as per your liking to get the perfect flavour balance.

Feel free to get creative with your vegetables. Other than peppers and green onions, you can also add in mushrooms, baby corn, or bok choy for an extra crunch. Remember, a colourful dish is always more appealing!

Lastly, always serve your stir-fry hot, right off the nonstick skillet. Reheating can cause the noodles to lose their texture.

Can I Substitute Rice Noodles in Other Recipes?

Rice noodles are incredibly versatile and adaptable in the culinary world. You can easily substitute them in any recipe that calls for other types of noodles, introducing a new texture and flavour profile. They also make an excellent gluten-free alternative to traditional pasta in Italian dishes, providing a unique twist to classic recipes.

With this simple recipe, the creative possibilities are endless, allowing you to explore and experiment with a wide range of dishes, elevating your home cooking experience to new and exciting heights.

A Staple Asian Dish Made at Home

Whether you need a quick weeknight meal or a leisurely weekend dinner, this homemade rice noodle recipe is a versatile addition to your kitchen repertoire. With Dainty, cooking becomes less of a chore and more of a joy.

For a wealth of cooking inspiration, explore our scrumptious and wholesome rice recipes. We also have an array of cooking tips and tricks to make your cooking experience with Dainty enjoyable and easy.

Happy cooking!