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Hokkien Noodles

In season all year

Food Description:

The process of making egg noodles and egg pasta is quite similar. Egg noodles or hokkien noodles are of varying thickness but all the same length. The long, uncut noodles symbolise a long life in Chinese tradition.
Made from eggs, oil, water, flour and salt, they are higher in fat than pasta made from durum wheat flour and water only. Asian egg noodles are also called ramen. Check the packaging when buying noodles and buy those without extra flavouring and preservatives.

General Information:

Category: Grain
To Buy: Buy fresh or fried. Fresh egg noodles are also are used to make egg rolls and wontons. Dried egg noodles are available from most supermarkets - buy fresh from good supermarkets or Asian stores.
To Store: Store fresh in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Dried can be stored in an airtight container for up to 8 months.
Tips and Tricks:

Nutrition (100 Grams):

Energy (kJ): 1594
Protein (g): 14.0
Saturated Fat, g : 0.9
Amines: Amines come the breakdown or fermentation of proteins. High amounts are found in cheese, chocolate, wine, beer and yeast extracts. Smaller amounts are present in some fruits and vegetables such as tomatoes, avocados, bananas. For those with sensitivities, low foods are almost never a problem, moderate and high foods may cause reactions, depending on how sensitive you are and how much is eaten. Very high foods will most often cause unwanted symptoms in sensitive individuals. Negligible
Glutamates: Glutamate is found naturally in many foods, as part of protein. It enhances the flavour of food, which is why foods rich in natural glutamates such as tomatoes, mushrooms and cheeses are commonly used in meals. Pure monosodium glutamate (MSG) is used as an additive to artificially flavour many processed foods, and should be avoided, especially in sensitive individuals as it can cause serious adverse reactions. n/a
Carbohydrates, g: 71.1
Fat (g): 4.2
Monosaturated Fat , g: 1.2
Salicylates: Naturally occurring plant chemicals found in several fruits, vegetables, nuts, herbs and spices, jams, honey, yeast extracts, tea and coffee, juices, beer and wines. Also present in flavourings, perfumes, scented toiletries and some medications. For those with sensitivities, low foods are almost never a problem, moderate and high foods may cause reactions, depending on how sensitive you are and how much is eaten. Very high foods will most often cause unwanted symptoms in sensitive individuals. Safe/negligible amount

Cooking:

Cooking Tips: To avoid sticking rinse the noodles in cold water to wash off any excess starch. Boil in plenty of salted water for 4 minutes or until tender.

Benefits the Following Health Conditions:*

* This information is sourced by a qualified naturopath. It is non prescriptive and not intended as a cure for the condition. Recommended intake is not provided. It is no substitute for the advice and treatment of a professional practitioner.



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