Homemade Potato Button Noodles with Spicy Dressing
I love making Potato Button Noodles because they are soft, chewy, and so fun to prepare! This recipe transforms simple ingredients like potatoes and potato starch into a comforting, flavorful dish that everyone will enjoy.
Prep Time15 mins
Cook Time35 mins
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Chinese
Servings: 2
- Main Ingredients
- 450 g potatoes
- 200 g potato starch
- Dressing
- 10 g minced garlic
- 5 g chopped scallions
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 15 ml light soy sauce
- 2 tbsp aged vinegar
- 2 tsp oyster sauce
- 1/2 tsp sugar
- 3 tbsp cooking oil
Potato Preparation and Shaping
Peel 450g potatoes and slice them into thick pieces. Steam the pieces for about 25 minutes until they are fork-tender.
While still hot, mash the potatoes into a smooth puree in a bowl. Don't forget to discard any water released during steaming to ensure the dough isn't too wet.
Add 200g potato starch to the mashed potatoes and knead until a uniform dough forms. If the dough feels dry, add a little water; if it's sticky, sprinkle in more starch.
Divide the dough into small pieces, roll each into a ball (about 20g each), and flatten them into button shapes using the bottom of a round object like a bottle.
Cooking and Cooling
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Gently add the button noodles and stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
Cook until the noodles float to the surface. Remove them with a slotted spoon and transfer immediately to a bowl of ice water. Let them cool for a few minutes to enhance their chewiness.
Dressing and Tossing
Drain the cooled noodles and place them in a large bowl. Add 10g minced garlic, 5g chopped scallions, 1 tsp sesame seeds, and 1 tsp chili powder. Drizzle 3 tbsp hot oil over the top to release their aroma.
Pour in 15ml light soy sauce, 2 tbsp aged vinegar, 2 tsp oyster sauce, and 1/2 tsp sugar. Toss everything until the noodles are evenly coated in the dressing.