"Emerald Chan shares her version of this classic Northern Chinese dish, named for the dramatic slapping sound made as the dough is stretched. These hand-pulled noodles are as satisfying to make as they are to devour...."
INGREDIENTS
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FOR THE DOUGH:<\/em>
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2 1/2 cups (300 grams) all-purpose flour
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1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
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1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons (155 grams) room-temperature water
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Vegetable oil
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FOR THE SAUCE:<\/em>
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2 cloves garlic, finely minced
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1 teaspoon ginger, finely minced
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2 scallions, thinly sliced, divided
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3 tablespoons black vinegar
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2 1/2 tablespoons soy sauce
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1 teaspoon sesame oil
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1 teaspoon sugar
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2 teaspoons red pepper flakes, ground to a powder
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2 teaspoons gochugaru or Aleppo pepper
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1 teaspoon cumin
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Pinch of salt
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3 teaspoons toasted sesame seeds
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1/4 cup vegetable oil
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1/4 cup cilantro, chopped