Let's Talk About Shirataki Noodles

samtrois

Does it matter what a serving is if there really aren't any calories at all in them????

I'd assume it would matter in terms of price.

And I think there would only be 2 serves in an 8oz bag

hamncheese67

In general, I love any Japanese food ^^ I'll have to look for these noodles. I don't think any of my recipe books from the Japanese supermarket uses shirtaki, but I'll try searching for recipes in Japanese to see what comes up. Thanks for the post.

Traditionally, in Japanese foods, shirataki noodles are used in sukiyaki and mizutaki. The tofu shirataki noodles are not traditional Japanese. Shirataki noodles are made from the konjac plant. You might find more Japanese recipes using konnyaku which is what shirataki is before made into noodles (shirataki noodles are sometimes called konnyaku noodles).

Here's a good reference: http://www.justhungry.com/2007/01/konnyaku_and_shirataki_ojftmhy.html

JessicaMurch5515

I picked up some at the Asian market today (the tofu kind). For lunch I dry fried them and added bean sprouts, shiitake mushrooms and some green onion. I made a quick sauce with oyster sauce, soy sauce, a little grated ginger and sesame oil. I usually have issues with weird textures but I didn't have a problem with this at all! It tasted great! Thanks Chelle :flowerforyou:

TVGal63

I love, love, LOVE House Foods brand I've been using them and wow - they're filling and are a great sub for pasta!!!

I didn't realize there were other brands so will look to see if my local Whole Foods has any others to choose from.

Great post BTW!!

Candoall

Absolutely love these! Rinsed really well in hot water, fried them in a tiny bit of Pam, and used them as a noodle bed for my curried chicken dinner a few weeks ago.

Absolute yum!!

I ALWAYS keep at least 2 bags in the fridge ready for a meal .

Thanks Chelle...U ROCK!!!

cbaac03

So i ended up trying these noodles after reading this post. I think they are amazing!! I rinsed them in hot water for quite a while and the smell went away. Then i dry fried them and seasoned them really well. The texture didn't bother me. I thought they were really good and suprisingly satisfying for being a zero calorie noodle. I actually felt full after eating them. I got my first two bags from a friend who ordered them from konjacfoods.com. I live in Pittsburgh and would love to find a place that sells it locally. I've heard they sell them at Lotus Noodle Co in the Strip and Whole Foods in Shadyside, so i'll be checking them out soon, unless anyone else knows. Thanks for the great post!

microburst20

made a special trip to the asian market and they had several different kinds. I got the yam flour and the tofu noodles. Tofu had more calories-(still low) but I liked them better. I used the OP suggestions for dry fry and they were excellent!!!!! Will be replacing spagetti pasta and using for lo mein

sweetnlow30

I still can't find these in any local stores and we don't have any specialty stores near by. I think I am going to have to order some online because I am dying to try them!

sheilsun

I love Miracle Noodles! Have been using their varieties with great recipes I find on their Facebook page..so neat, the people on there share their recipes..so creative and easy to prepare. I like the varieties!! Their Facebook page offers specials as well!!

teriann1979

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lizzys

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j3m123

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WhatitisLiz

I just bought some today, I'm so excited to try them!

rahrahrita

Hm.. I might try these. I've been eating spaghetti squash instead of pasta and i really like it

lvnspoonful

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wendytc

Just tried Shirataki noodles for the first time today. I bought them on-line. Did not realize they came packed in liquid and they looked so weird I didn't have the nerve to try them. So I have had the box for over a month. I decided to give it a try today and I am so happy I did. The texture is a little weird spongy, rubbery, but the taste is neutral, so it picks up whatever flavor it is with. I was thrilled to be FULL after lunch, so much so that I did not feel to snack before dinner AND with a whopping 13 calories and 5 grams of carbs for the whole bag (2.5 servings per bag, but I ate the whole bag), I AM SOLD!!! I think this is a tool in my arsenal to help me get to my goal!!!

poetinmyheart

I have never tried them but for Texas folks, I saw them today at our HEB.

wcasie

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poison_masquerade

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julekinz

Just tried my angel hair shirataki noodles last night. I was a little put off by the fishy smell. pee eew. I dry-fried them with a little cooking spray and tossed them with a little garlic and topped them with my homemade spaghetti sauce and voila, skinny sgetti! delish! can't wait to find more ways to make them.

sweetnlow30

I still can't find these in any local stores and we don't have any specialty stores near by. I think I am going to have to order some online because I am dying to try them!

I found some Tofu shirataki today!! I was wondering how long they are good for once they are opened? If I use half a package in a recipe would the other half be ok for a few days in the fridge?

missjewl

Ok.. so i found these shirataki noodles that you all keep talking about... they were an extreme chore to find. I did them up for supper tonight. I rinsed them to get rid of the smell. cooked up some chicken breast and when i 'dry fried' my noodles i added some teriyaki sauce. They arent too bad but my hubby and i found them rubbery/chewy did i do something wrong? Did i not cook then long enough or over cook them? How long are they suppose to fry for and how do i know they are done right?

WarmDontBurn

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finallychelle

Ok.. so i found these shirataki noodles that you all keep talking about... they were an extreme chore to find. I did them up for supper tonight. I rinsed them to get rid of the smell. cooked up some chicken breast and when i 'dry fried' my noodles i added some teriyaki sauce. They arent too bad but my hubby and i found them rubbery/chewy did i do something wrong? Did i not cook then long enough or over cook them? How long are they suppose to fry for and how do i know they are done right?

Truthfully, the texture is not exactly like pasta because they're made from vegetable rather than grain. The texture should still be reasonably close, though. What brand are you using?

You could try cooking them longer.

Other solutions:
1) Try stir frying with vegetables of different textures, like bok choy, bean sprouts, celery, carrots, etc. If you have enough variety of textures then the texture of the shirataki noodles will become more of a "background" thing rather than something you're constantly aware of.

One you eat them a few times you'll be used to the texture being slightly different and you won't think about it at all.

Good luck!

-Chelle

finallychelle

Just tried my angel hair shirataki noodles last night. I was a little put off by the fishy smell. pee eew. I dry-fried them with a little cooking spray and tossed them with a little garlic and topped them with my homemade spaghetti sauce and voila, skinny sgetti! delish! can't wait to find more ways to make them.

Yay!!!

Follow the links in his post to my MFP blog and you'll find lots of ways to cook them.

There are also lots more ways listed on the internet.

They're so versatile!

-Chelle

Kishykat

I just had them last night. I was worried because I didn't think my mind would be able to let go of the smell, even though after rinsing a couple of times it went away.

But I was wrong. I sauteed them up with some garlic, tossed some shrimp in and then threw on a touch of teriyaki and I have a new go to meal!!

finallychelle

I've read through virtually all the posts here and i don't think anyone has asked yet: how many servings are in a bag? i know its an 8oz bag which is usually 4 servings, but does that weight include the water? Would a bag be enough for 3 or 4 people? Also do these noodles come dry-packed without the water in them? Thanks

Most servings are considered to be 2oz.

That said, I've found that some brands play fast and loose with the listed net weight.

House Foods, which makes the tofu shirataki noodles, lists 8oz as their drained weight-- and that's exactly what you get.

There's another brand I use (a Japanese brand) that lists 7oz but the drained weight is really only between 5 and 5-1/2 oz.

I factor that in, now, when I compare prices. Lately I've been getting the tofu shirataki noodles for $1.35/8oz bag and the shirataki noodles for $1.26/7oz bag. I also get the 1 lbs bag for $1.99.

If you're having trouble finding these noodles where you live you might want to consider becoming a wholesaler and sell them in your community. They have a pretty long shelf life (months) so it shouldn't be too hard to move them.

-Chelle

julekinz

I bought my shirataki noodles from Amazon, miracle noodle brand. Got a 6-pack 3 angel hair and 3 fettuccini. I tried the angel hair with my homemade spaghetti sauce and had what I call "skinny sghetti" and the texture wan't bad, you have to remember that you aren't actually eating a noodle, but a veggie in a noodle disguise. They have a more aldente feel to them. I was so happy to have some spaghetti again! My sister found a different brand at the Hy-Vee in Belton, Mo, incase any of you are close to us. I haven't checked out this brand yet, but will when it's time to shop for more.

JennetteMac

I've read loads about these noodles and was keen to try. Only way I could find thyem was on line. Not cheap, but sure to be worth it... Hahahaha.
I ordered them at the beginning of JANUARY from someone on Amazon. they never arrived. No one was able to do anything about it, so I am £32 worsed off and have still never tried the darned things. :explode:

Cwilbanks12105

So I finally went to the asian market and got some of these. Just tried them, and they were eh lol. I don't know why but for some reason I couldn't get any seasoning to stick to them. No matter how much salt or whatever I put on them I could never taste it it's like it just fell off. And personally I just can't get over the texture, but I'm very picky when it comes to stuff like that. Like 90% of why I don't like most vegetables is because of their texture.