Grains & noodles · Dried

Wheat noodles

Also called Chinese wheat noodles, mian, Chinese noodles

Plain Chinese-style wheat-flour noodles, fresh or dried; all-purpose noodles for stir-fries, chow mein and noodle soups.

VeganVegetarianDairy-freeContains: gluten

What can replace it

  • T2 · GoodRamen noodles

    Springier and more alkaline than plain wheat noodles; fine in soups and stir-fries.

  • T2 · GoodSpaghetti

    Firmer, less springy; add baking soda to the water for some bounce.

  • T2 · GoodUdon noodles

    Much thicker and softer; best in soups.

  • T3 · In a pinchInstant noodles

    Fried and softer; discard the sachet.

  • T3 · In a pinchRice sticks

    Rice-based, less chewy and lighter in flavour.

Cook with Wheat noodles