Homemade Black Garlic Noodles

Black garlic, with its sweet and umami-rich flavor, can be transformed into a silky sauce to create unique homemade noodles. Follow this simple process to make your own black garlic-infused noodles.

Ingredients:

• 5-6 cloves of black garlic
• ½ cup water (adjust as needed)
• 2 cups all-purpose flour (plus extra for dusting)
• ½ tsp salt

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Black Garlic Paste
   Steam the black garlic cloves for 5-10 minutes until softened. Transfer them to a blender, add water, and blend into a smooth, runny paste.
2. Mix the Dough
   In a large bowl, combine flour and salt. Gradually pour in the black garlic paste while mixing until a shaggy dough forms.
3. Knead the Dough
   Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. If sticky, add a little more flour.
4. Rest the Dough
   Cover with a damp cloth and let it rest for 30 minutes to relax the gluten.
5. Roll & Cut the Noodles
   Roll the dough into a thin sheet, dust with flour, then fold and slice into your desired noodle width.
6. Cook & Serve
   Boil in salted water for 2-3 minutes. Enjoy with broth, stir-fries, or a simple drizzle of sesame oil.