Ashlyan-Fu
Ashlyan-Fu is a cold, spicy noodle soup that is a popular dish in Kyrgyzstan, particularly among the Dungan people. It features a flavorful broth, chewy noodles, and a variety of toppings.
🧂 Ingredients
- 200 g Starch noodles (like potato starch noodles or mung bean noodles)
- 200 g Beef or lamb, thinly sliced
- 1 medium Onion, thinly sliced
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 medium Bell pepper (any color), thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp Tomato paste
- 3 tbsp Soy sauce
- 2 tbsp Vinegar (rice vinegar or white vinegar)
- 1-2 tbsp Chili oil or hot sauce(to taste)
- 1.5 l Water or beef broth
- to taste Salt
- to taste Black pepper
- a handful Fresh cilantro or dill, chopped (for garnish)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Cook the starch noodles according to package directions. Rinse under cold water and set aside.
💡 Tip: Ensure noodles are cooked but still have a slight chew. - 2
In a large pot, heat a little oil and sauté the sliced onion until softened. Add the thinly sliced meat and cook until browned.
- 3
Add minced garlic, sliced bell pepper, and tomato paste to the pot. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
- 4
Pour in the water or beef broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- 5
Stir in soy sauce, vinegar, chili oil (or hot sauce), salt, and pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
💡 Tip: The broth should be savory, tangy, and spicy. - 6
To serve, place a portion of cooked noodles in each bowl. Ladle the hot broth and meat mixture over the noodles. Garnish with fresh cilantro or dill.
💡 Tip: Serve immediately while the broth is hot.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓The quality of the chili oil significantly impacts the flavor.
- ✓Adjust the amount of vinegar and chili oil to your personal preference.
- ✓If you can't find specific starch noodles, other chewy noodles can be substituted.
🔄 Variations
- Add a boiled egg to each serving.
- Include other vegetables like carrots or radishes.
- For a vegetarian version, omit the meat and use vegetable broth.