Cereales y Granos

Chinese wheat noodles

Chinese wheat noodles
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Ingredient Information

Name

Chinese wheat noodles

Category

Cereales y Granos

Popularity

5 recipes

Status

Inactive

Description

Chinese wheat noodles are a type of pasta made primarily from wheat flour and water, characteristic of Asian cuisine, especially Chinese cooking. These noodles have a soft and slightly elastic texture that makes them ideal for stir-fries, soups, and dishes with various sauces.

The origin of Chinese wheat noodles dates back thousands of years in China, where they developed as a staple food due to the abundance of wheat in certain regions of the country's north. Today, they are used in numerous traditional dishes such as Chow Mein or Lo Mein, and have transcended borders to become integrated into cuisines all over the world.

In terms of properties, these noodles are a good source of complex carbohydrates, providing sustained energy. They are usually low in fat and contain no cholesterol. Furthermore, since they are made with wheat, they contain some protein and fiber, although these amounts may vary depending on the brand and type of processing.

Regarding synonyms in Spanish from Latin America, Chinese wheat noodles can be found under names such as fideos chinos, tallarines chinos, fideos orientales, or simply tallarines when referring to this type of product in recipes related to Asian cuisine.

Nutritional Properties

2.7g
fiber
5mg
sodium
31mcg
folate
126mg
potassium
138
calories
0mcg
lycopene
4.2g
proteins
0mg
vitamin c
1.1g
total fats
27.7g
carbohydrates

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