Description
Replacing the wheat noodles of Taiwan night market staple 'Oyster Mianxian' with finely chopped shirataki. A dieter's dream retaining thickness/umami while cutting carbs completely.
Restaurants serving Oyster Shirataki Vermicelli Style
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The Recipe section below is a general reference, not a recipe from the listed shops.
Recipe
Ingredients
- Shirataki
- Oysters(O-a)
- Pork intestines
- Bonito broth
- Cilantro
- Black vinegar
- Garlic
Instructions
- [Authentic Recipe]
- Parboil shirataki, chop finely to Mianxian length, dry-roast to evaporate moisture.
- Boil bonito/dried shrimp dashi in a pot, flavor with soy, black vinegar, a little sugar.
- Thicken strongly with sweet potato starch.
- Add shirataki, briefly blanched fresh oysters (O-a), boiled pork intestines.
- Top with cilantro, grated garlic, homemade chili oil.
Learn more Spice, substitutes, tips
Key spices
Intense bonito aroma and ethnic garlic/cilantro scent、パクチーのエスニック香
Substitutes at Japanese supermarkets
Somen (but becomes too gooey if simmered)
Pairing
Stinky Tofu(Ultimate Taiwan stall combo)、Taiwan Beer
Trivia
[For Health Conscious] Original 'Red Mianxian' is steamed wheat noodles, high in carbs, but chopped shirataki perfectly replicates that unique 'slurping with a spoon' texture at zero calories.
Eating tips & etiquette
[Unique Eating] Add Taiwan black vinegar and grated garlic 'ridiculously heavily', sublimating bonito dashi to the zenith of junk to slurp!
Allergen
Seafood (Oysters), Soy, Wheat, Pork