Skip to main content

Bean-Thread Noodles with Shiitake and Vegetables

3.1

(2)

The follow recipe is an adoption of "chicken long rice," a frequent accompaniment to roast pig at a luau. Although Chinese in origin, this dish has been enthusiastically adopted by all Hawaiians. "Long rice" refers to bean-thread noodles that are cut into short lengths. We eliminated the chicken traditionally included in this recipe to make it a lighter side dish for our Grilled Teriyaki Pork Chops with Pineapple Papaya Relish .

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Serves 6

Ingredients

6 ounces bean-thread (cellophane) noodles
1/4 pound fresh shiitake mushrooms, stems discarded and caps sliced thin
1/2 cup thinly sliced onion
a 1 1/2-inch cube fresh gingerroot, peeled and cut into julienne strips
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 cups chicken broth
1 cup water
1/2 cup shredded carrot
3 scallions, cut into 1-inch sections and sections cut into julienne strips

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    In a bowl soak noodles in warm water to cover 15 minutes. Drain noodles and cut into 3- to 4-inch lengths.

    Step 2

    In a large heavy saucepan cook mushrooms, onion, and gingerroot in oil over moderate heat, stirring, until mushrooms are tender. Add broth, water, carrot, noodles, and salt to taste and simmer, stirring occasionally, until liquid is absorbed, about 5 to 10 minutes. Stir in scallions.

Read More
A warmly spiced Ashkenazi charoset, perfect for your Passover seder—or spooned over yogurt the next morning.
Biscuits and gravy, but make it spring.
Like lemony risotto and tandoori-style cauliflower.
Keep this easy frittata recipe on hand for quick breakfasts, impressive brunches, and fridge clean-out meals.
Turn humble onions into this thrifty yet luxe pasta dinner.
Like airy lemon chiffon cake and a Cadbury egg–inspired tart.
Grab your Easter basket and hop in—you’ll want to collect each and every one of these fun and easy Easter recipes.
Use this simple vinaigrette to dress a plate of greens, some steamed potatoes, or anything else that strikes your fancy.