Ban Mian
Discover the heartwarming flavors of Ban Mian, a traditional Chinese noodle soup that blends homemade egg noodles with a rich, umami-packed anchovy broth. This beloved dish combines silky noodles, tender ground pork sautéed with garlic and shallots, fresh greens like spinach or bok choy, and perfectly poached eggs for a wholesome, satisfying meal. Topped with crispy fried shallots and fragrant spring onions, each bowl is a harmony of textures and comforting flavors. Perfect for family dinners or chilly evenings, Ban Mian offers a delightful culinary experience that is both nourishing and deeply flavorful. Get ready to master the art of homemade noodles and enjoy this Southeast Asian classic, made right in your kitchen!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 g All-purpose flour
- 150 ml Water
- 2 tsp Salt
- 200 g Ground pork
- 2 pieces Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 pieces Shallots, sliced
- 3 tbsp Soy sauce
- 2 tbsp Oyster sauce
- 1 liter Chicken broth
- 50 g Dried anchovies
- 200 g Spinach or bok choy
- 2 pieces Eggs
- 2 tbsp Cooking oil
- 1 tsp Pepper
- 2 tbsp Spring onions, chopped
- 3 tbsp Fried shallots
Instructions
In a large bowl, mix the all-purpose flour and 1 teaspoon of salt. Gradually add the water and knead to form a smooth and elastic dough. Cover with a damp cloth and let it rest for 30 minutes.
While the dough is resting, prepare the soup base by bringing the chicken broth to a boil in a pot. Add the dried anchovies and simmer for 15-20 minutes to infuse the flavors.
In a pan, heat 2 tablespoons of cooking oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sliced shallots, stir-frying until fragrant.
Add the ground pork to the pan and fry until browned. Season with soy sauce, oyster sauce, and 1 teaspoon of pepper. Set aside.
Once the dough has rested, roll it out thinly on a floured surface and cut into strips to form noodles.
Strain the anchovy broth to remove the anchovies, returning the clear broth to the pot. Bring it back to a gentle boil.
Blanch the prepared noodles in the boiling broth for about 3-4 minutes until cooked.
Add the spinach or bok choy to the pot and cook until just wilted, then crack and poach the eggs in the simmering broth.
To assemble, divide the noodles and broth among bowls. Top with cooked ground pork, vegetables, and a poached egg.
Garnish with spring onions, fried shallots, and serve hot for a delicious and comforting meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
624 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 23.6 g | 30% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.2 g | 31% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 139 mg | 46% | |
| Sodium | 2392 mg | 104% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 70.8 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.5 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.4 g | ||
| Protein | 32.0 g | 64% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 185 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 6.7 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 900 mg | 19% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
