Homemade Silver Pin Noodles Recipe (Silver Needle Noodles)
Jan 20, 2024 • Updated May 08, 2024
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These simple, silver pin noodles are made with 5 simple ingredients and are incredibly versatile. A gluten-free and vegan noodle recipe that goes perfectly with salads, soups, and stir-fries.
What Are Silver Pin Noodles?
Silver pin noodles, also called silver needle noodles and rat tail noodles, are thin, nearly transparent noodles made from rice flour. They are similar to vermicelli noodles but are thinner and have a slightly chewy texture when cooked.
Silver noodles are commonly used in Asian cuisines, especially in dishes like soups, stir fry and salads. They are quick-cooking and can absorb the flavors of the dish they are cooked in. Making these noodles from scratch might seem intimidating, but it’s quite easy!
Plus, it’s a gluten-free and vegan recipe that pairs well with all of your favorite Asian sauces!
What Makes This Recipe Great
If you’ve never tried to make your own Silver Needle Noodles, this recipe will delight and surprise you! While noodle making might seem like an intimidating task, they’re actually quite easy and incredibly versatile.
There are just 5 key ingredients in this recipe and the resulting noodles store super easily and can be used in various dishes!
Ingredient Notes
- glutinous rice flour: Plus more for dusting.
- cornstarch
- tapioca starch
- water
- salt
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Whisk together the dry ingredients: rice flour, corn starch, tapioca flour, and salt in a heat-safe mixing bowl.
- Bring 1 cup of cold water to a rolling boil on the stove, then pour 1/2 cup of the hot water into a measuring cup.
- Add the hot boiling water to the flour mixture and stir with a spatula to combine and form a dough. Let the dough mixture sit to hydrate and cool down for about 5 minutes.
- Flour a working surface with rice flour and coat your hands, then take 1/4 – 1/2 tsp of dough to knead and roll tightly between your palms. This should create a snake-like shape, with tapered ends. Repeat with the remaining dough.
- Transfer prepared noodles onto a rice-floured baking sheet so they don’t stick.
- To cook, bring a pot of water to a boil then add the noodles. Use a strainer to remove the noodles and transfer them to a bowl of cool water immediately. Drain and then pair with your favorite sauce or add to soup.
Expert Tips
- These silver needle noodles go well with your favorite sauces and stir-fried vegetables like carrots, broccoli, onions, shiitake mushrooms, and plant-based protein like tofu. Use gluten-free soy sauce and green onions for garnish and enjoy!
Storage Tips
Store any leftover noodles in an airtight container or resealable plastic bag. Store them in the pantry. While silver needle noodles do not require refrigeration, storing them in the refrigerator can help maintain their freshness for a longer period, especially in humid environments.
To freeze, place them in a freezer-safe container or bag, remove as much air as possible, and store them in the freezer for up to 2 months. Cook the noodles directly from frozen, just add a few extra minutes to the cooking time.
Recipe FAQs
Silver needle noodles are made from rice flour and water. They are thin and delicate in texture. They absorb flavors extremely well which makes them the perfect pair for stir-fried dishes, salads, sauces, and soups.
Yes, silver needle noodles are gluten-free as they are a type of rice noodles made from rice flour, which does not contain gluten.
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Homemade Silver Pin Noodles Recipe
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup rice flour more for dusting
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/8 cup tapioca flour
- 1/2 cup water boiling
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Whisk together rice flour, cornstarch, tapioca flour and salt in a heat safe mixing bowl.
- Bring 1 cup of water to a rolling boil on the stove, then pour out 1/2 cup of water into a measuring cup.
- Add the boiling water into the flour mixture and stir with a spatula to combine and form a dough. Let the dough mixture sit to hydrate and cool down for about 5 minutes.
- Flour a working surface with rice flour and coat your hands, then take 1/4 – 1/2 tsp of dough and roll tightly between your palms. This should create a snake-like shape, with tapered ends. Repeat with remaining dough.
- Transfer prepared noodles onto a rice floured baking sheet so they don’t stick.
- To cook, bring a pot of water to a boil then add the noodles. Use a strainer to remove the noodles and transfer to a bowl of cool water immediately. Drain and then pair with your favourite sauce or add to soup.
Notes
Expert Tips
- These silver needle noodles go well with your favorite sauces and stir-fried vegetables like carrots, broccoli, onions, shiitake mushrooms, and plant-based protein like tofu. Use gluten-free soy sauce and green onions for garnish and enjoy!
Storage Tips
Store any leftover noodles in an airtight container or resealable plastic bag. Store them in the pantry. While silver pin noodles do not require refrigeration, storing them in the refrigerator can help maintain their freshness for a longer period, especially in humid environments. To freeze, place them in a freezer-safe container or bag, remove as much air as possible, and store them in the freezer for up to 2 months. Cook the noodles directly from frozen, just add a few extra minutes to the cooking time.Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
