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Cold noodles are a perfect way to enjoy refreshing summer vegetables, succulent meats and wholesome noodles all nestled in a chilled broth. These noodles are perfect for any potluck party or family get-together in summer when you want to serve something
Just like the many dishes of noodles, there are several types of cold noodles made with a different composition of seasonings, condiments and other elements like vegetables and meats. With so many varieties to try, you’ll always be amazed at the different depths of flavour and texture even when it's cold.
When the summer gets in its full swing, these cold noodles can offer you a reassuring pleasure that not only wards off the heat but also pleases the hunger with wholesomeness. Check out these amazing cold noodle recipes you can make for summer brunch.
1) Japanese Soba Noodles
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Japanese cold soba noodles are made from buckwheat flour and served chilled. The recipe typically contains soba noodles, a dipping sauce called tsuyu made from soy sauce, mirin, and dashi. The noodles are garnished with sliced green onions, wasabi, grated daikon radish, and nori (seaweed). With a chewy texture, wholesome taste and chilling sensation, this recipe is perfect for hot weather.
2) Miso Cold Noodles
Miso cold noodles is another refreshing Japanese dish that features chilled noodles, typically somen or udon, tossed in a savoury miso-based sauce. The sauce combines miso paste, sesame oil, soy sauce, and vinegar, offering a rich, umami flavour. The noodles are garnished with fresh vegetables like carrot and cucumber and toasted sesame seeds along with shredded nori.
Also Read: 6 Ways To Savour Mochi
3) Korean Naengmyeon
Putting a Korean twist to the buckwheat noodle dish, this recipe features tender noodles served in a tangy, icy meat or dongchimi broth. It is topped with slices of meat, cucumber, Asian pear and one hard-boiled egg. With a chewy and slightly sweet and sour flavour, this recipe is a wholesome summertime treat.
4) Thai Glass Noodle Soup
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Thai glass noodle soup, or "Kuai Tiao Woon Sen," is made from translucent mung bean noodles in a savoury broth flavoured with garlic, ginger, and fish sauce. When dipped in sauce, the noodles turn as clear as glass, making it extremely eye-catching. It often includes shrimp, chicken, or pork; it's garnished with fresh herbs like cilantro and green onions. Lime juice and chilli bring a refreshing flavour.
5) Chinese Sesame Noodles
Chinese cold sesame noodles feature wheat flour noodles tossed in sesame paste, soy sauce, garlic, and chilli oil sauce. It is garnished with fresh vegetables like sliced cucumbers, scallions, and sometimes crushed peanuts. With a balance of nuttiness and an umami touch, this recipe is perfect for a satisfying meal.
6) Italian Spaghetti Pasta Salad
Italy has its own version of cold noodle salad. In the recipe, al dente pasta is tossed in chopped vegetables like cucumber, broccoli, tomatoes, kale, and herbs like basil and rosemary. Then the salad is drizzled with a herby vinegar dressing with a touch of olive oil and served chilled.
7) Cold Vermicelli Noodles
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Featuring thin vermicelli noodles, this Vietnamese dish, also called Bun Cha Gio, is topped with crispy spring rolls, grilled pork, herbs, and a savoury tangy dipping sauce. The contrasting textures of crispy, soft, chewy and savoury make it a well-balanced recipe. Adding a touch of lemon juice on top makes it extremely refreshing.
