*  Exported from  MasterCook  *

                         HOT BEAN THREAD NOODLES

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Serving Size  : 4    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Oriental

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
     1/4   lb           Bean thread noodles
   1       tb           Oil
   3       tb           Finely chopped scallions
   2       tb           Finely chopped garlic
   1       lb           Ground beef
                        -----SAUCE-----
   2       c            Chicken stock
   1 1/2   tb           Chili bean sauce
   1                    Dried red chile -- -ÿÿ
   1       t            -chili powder
   2       tb           Light soy sauce
   1       t            Sesame oil

  SOAK THE NOODLES in a large bowl of warm water for 15 minutes. When they
  are soft, drain them and discard the water. Cut them into 3-inch lengths
  using kitchen scissors or knife. Put 1 tablespoon of oil into a hot wok or
  pot, then add the scallions and garlic and stir-fry quickly for a few
  seconds. Add the meat and stir-fry until it is cooked. (This should take
  between 5 and 10 minutes.) Then add all the sauce ingredients, except the
  sesame oil and cook the mixture over a gentle heat for about 5 minutes. Now
  add the drained noodles and sesame oil and cook the mixture for a further 5
  minutes. Ladle some noodles and sauce into individual bowls or into one
  large serving bowl, and serve at once.
 


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