Miracle Noodles
RaeBeeBaby
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I've been wanting to try these, so finally bought some when the price went down a bit (Amazon Prime Day). I've read the instructions - drain, rinse, boil, then dry pan fry. Seems like a bit of effort, but I'm up for it. Now what?
I know the instructions say can be used in any pasta dish, but looking for some honest opinions and ideas. Anyone eat these and enjoy them? Better hot or cold? or does it matter?
I know the instructions say can be used in any pasta dish, but looking for some honest opinions and ideas. Anyone eat these and enjoy them? Better hot or cold? or does it matter?
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You can get gluccomannan(?) in pill form also.1
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I enjoy them more in Asian-style dishes than I do, say, Italian sauces.
Do make sure you rinse them well. The smell can be a little funky but once you've rinsed and prepared them, it goes away. Some people find that eating a bunch of them at once can result in digestive upset so you may want to start with smaller portions (like half a bag) until you find out how well you can tolerate them (I've never had an issue).5 -
Another reason for my interest, beyond the low cals and high fiber is that I'm both soy and gluten-free due to health reasons. Any opportunity for a good tasting pasta is an opportunity I'll give a try!
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RaeBeeBaby wrote: »Another reason for my interest, beyond the low cals and high fiber is that I'm both soy and gluten-free due to health reasons. Any opportunity for a good tasting pasta is an opportunity I'll give a try!
Keep in mind that it's a noodle, not pasta...it doesn't have the same consistency as pasta. I've had it in Asian dishes...I could go either way with it...would rather have pretty much any other Asian noodle variety though. I couldn't imagine using it with an Italian sauce...just not the right consistency.0 -
I find that it's an acquired taste, or maybe an acquired texture. I don't love it, but I eat it occasionally. I agree that it works best in a stir fry or other Asian style dish, and I would never use it as pasta. It definitely needs a good sauce or seasoning since it doesn't have much flavor on its own.0
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katphi1618 wrote: »You can get gluccomannan(?) in pill form also.
I don't think thats their intent....
you can also put cinnamon on oatmeal to make it taste good, that doesn't mean I'm gonna buy cinnamon capsules...5 -
RaeBeeBaby wrote: »Another reason for my interest, beyond the low cals and high fiber is that I'm both soy and gluten-free due to health reasons. Any opportunity for a good tasting pasta is an opportunity I'll give a try!
I've never tried the Miracle Noodles either, please share your opinions when you have them. Maybe a spicy peanut stir fry with veggies. You'll have to be creative with the sauces since you do not eat soy. I would go with a stir fry/Asian theme based on everyone's comments.0 -
Ewwww.... They are GROSS. Blech1
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I tried these but I couldn't even get one bite down.1
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I tried them. Couldn't stomach them they were so gross.2
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I like them fine - they’re a bit... slippery for pasta, more in line with the texture of rice noodles. I’m gf as well and use them when I can find them - I usually just rinse then pan fry them - don’t think I’ve ever done that many steps :-)1
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I tried them once. I found them so gross I threw up. The texture was awful to me, so I stay far, far away from those. Many people do enjoy them and it does seem that asian style dishes are more popular.1
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We eat them in stir fries with lots of veggies and protein so the miracles noodles are the focus of the meal. I don't think we'd like the texture as much if they were a bigger percentage of the stir fry.0
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RaeBeeBaby wrote: »Another reason for my interest, beyond the low cals and high fiber is that I'm both soy and gluten-free due to health reasons. Any opportunity for a good tasting pasta is an opportunity I'll give a try!
I've never tried the Miracle Noodles either, please share your opinions when you have them. Maybe a spicy peanut stir fry with veggies. You'll have to be creative with the sauces since you do not eat soy. I would go with a stir fry/Asian theme based on everyone's comments.
Thanks everyone for the feedback. I still haven't tried them, but plan on it sometime this week. Probably a stir fry with lots of veggies. I got the angel hair and a green one that is "garlic and herb", so we'll see what the difference in taste is. I love Asian foods and particularly rice noodles, so I'm hopeful. I eat a lot of different foods, so I doubt I'll find them gross. (Hope not since I bought two six-packs!) As far as Asian sauces go, I substitute Coconut Secret (coconut aminos) in any recipe that calls for soy sauce. It's very similar, but both soy and GF. It's a a little on the sweet side, so I don't add any sugar if the recipe calls for it.0 -
23rochelle23 wrote: »I like them fine - they’re a bit... slippery for pasta, more in line with the texture of rice noodles. I’m gf as well and use them when I can find them - I usually just rinse then pan fry them - don’t think I’ve ever done that many steps :-)
Glad to know! I wondered why you had to boil them if you're also cooking in a pan.0 -
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kshama2001 wrote: »
The texture improves significantly if you dry fry it a bit. The tofu ones have a bit better texture than the regular ones as well.0 -
We have a brand called "slendier", they make noodles, fettuccine, spaghetti and rice... I have only started eating them in the past few months but I assume from the packaging that they changed something to improve them ("no smell" labels etc).
I like them - I use them with Asian style meals, add them to zucchini noodles with bolognese...0 -
I disagree. I use and like rice noodles. In Asian dishes.kshama2001 wrote: »
What about the texture? Its no different than rice noodles you would be using in any Asian dishes.
They are nothing like pasta noodles and should not be used as such. Its simple.
I did fry them.fuzzylop72 wrote: »kshama2001 wrote: »
The texture improves significantly if you dry fry it a bit. The tofu ones have a bit better texture than the regular ones as well.0 -
kshama2001 wrote: »
I disagree. I use and like rice noodles. In Asian dishes.kshama2001 wrote: »
What about the texture? Its no different than rice noodles you would be using in any Asian dishes.
They are nothing like pasta noodles and should not be used as such. Its simple.
I did fry them.fuzzylop72 wrote: »kshama2001 wrote: »
The texture improves significantly if you dry fry it a bit. The tofu ones have a bit better texture than the regular ones as well.
So again. How is the texture any different? To me, its not.
I feel like the Miracle Noodles have a sort of "springy" texture that rice noodles don't have. It doesn't bother me, but I can tell a difference.1
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