Dish for auspicious occasions

By Ian Lau

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Saturday, 28 Sep 2024

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Popularly enjoyed during birthday celebrations, it has become a trend for mainland Chinese to consume longevity noodles for China’s National Day on Oct 1. — Photos: AZLINA ABDULLAH/The Star

ONE of the dishes I most look forward to at any Chinese birthday banquet is longevity noodles.

Traditionally served at the end of the meal just before dessert, this dish has long been cherished for its cultural symbolism, especially during birthday celebrations and festive occasions such as the lunar new year.

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After cooking all the meat and mushrooms, add the vegetables and toss until cooked. — AZLINA ABDULLAH/The Star

When the vegetables are cooked, add the blanched noodles with the dressing and toss until well coated. — AZLINA ABDULLAH/The Star

Pan fry the prawns first, and remove from the oil , then stir them back to the wok at the end of the cooking just before serving. — AZLINA ABDULLAH/The Star

When the vegetables are cooked, add the blanched noodles with the dressing and toss until well coated. — AZLINA ABDULLAH/The Star

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Dish for auspicious occasions