Neon Noodle Cloud Creation (Print)
Vivid noodles in soft cloud sauce. Whimsical, colorful, and ideal for family gatherings or special events.
# Ingredients:
→ Noodles
01 - 10.5 oz dried wheat noodles or ramen noodles
02 - Food coloring gels (pink, blue, yellow, green; gel coloring preferred for vibrancy)
→ Cloud Sauce
03 - 3/4 cup whole milk or plant-based milk
04 - 4.25 oz cream cheese or vegan alternative
05 - 1 tbsp unsalted butter or vegan butter
06 - 2 tbsp grated parmesan cheese or nutritional yeast for vegan
07 - 1 tsp cornstarch
08 - 1/4 tsp kosher salt
09 - 1/4 tsp ground white pepper
→ Garnish
10 - 2 scallions, finely sliced
11 - 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
12 - Edible flowers or microgreens (optional)
# Directions:
01 - Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Divide boiling water into multiple heatproof bowls based on desired number of noodle colors.
02 - Add a small amount of gel-based food coloring to each bowl. Stir thoroughly to achieve vibrant shades for each color.
03 - Split dried noodles into equal portions and cook each batch separately in the colored boiling water for 2–3 minutes less than package directions. Rinse cooked noodles under cold water and set aside.
04 - Melt unsalted butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add cream cheese and stir continuously until the mixture is smooth.
05 - Whisk in milk, grated parmesan, cornstarch, salt, and white pepper. Continue cooking and stirring until the sauce thickens and becomes creamy, approximately 5 minutes.
06 - Gently fold colored noodles into the sauce, preserving color separation for a cloud-like effect, or swirl together for a marbled presentation.
07 - Portion noodles onto serving plates. Finish with sliced scallions, toasted sesame seeds, and optional edible flowers or microgreens.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- Creates eye-catching, playful presentations for gatherings
- Vegetarian & adaptable for vegan or gluten-free diets
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- Gel food coloring yields vivid colors and does not thin sauce
- Noodles finish cooking in the sauce so avoid overcooking in colored water
03 -
- For extra fun, use a piping bag to swirl colored sauce over noodles before serving
- Pair the dish with sparkling lemonade or chilled white wine for festive flair