The package directions say boil 2-3 minutes then drain and add to your dish. But if I wanted to make a cold macaroni salad, do I still have to “cook” these? I’m wondering if thr cooking process on the package is just for heating purposes?
by chocho808
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They say: You don’t need to cook Shirataki noodles. They are already cooked. All you have to do is open the package and drain; as each variety comes packed in liquid.
[https://www.house-foods.com/eat-happy/how-to-prep-tofu-shirataki](https://www.house-foods.com/eat-happy/how-to-prep-tofu-shirataki)
Absolutely boil or sautee. Not because thry aren’t “cooked”, but the Shirataki noodles come in a preservative liquid that tastes/smells very fishy.
You want to rinse well, then boil or cook briefly in a pan. Then just run cold water again if you wanna eat it cold.
But how good are these? suitable substitute?
I’m not sure if these will be the same, but when I use shirataki noodles or rice, I always rinse them then dry fry in a pan until they don’t sizzle maybe 10 – 15 mins before I put them in any dish. I find it gives them more texture and firmness that kind of resembles the real thing.
Yum!
I’m not sure about this specific brand but I tried the skinny noodles. How can I put this in a safe for work way… don’t freak out and think you have tape worms when you use the bathroom after eating these.