How to Make Shirataki Noodles Taste Good

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A zero calorie noodle seems like a myth, until you remember shirataki noodles.

What Are Shirataki Noodles?

Shirataki are traditional Japanese noodles, recognizable for their translucence and gelatinous nature. Instead of being made from grains, shirataki noodles are made from the konjac yam. Shirataki are mainly composed of water and glucomannan, which is a water-soluble dietary fiber. That’s why shirataki have virtually zero calories or carbohydrates, and why they’re sometimes known as “miracle noodles” or “skinny noodles.” Because they contain no calories, no gluten, and are vegan, they’re an excellent choice for those with health needs or dietary restrictions. They’re a great addition to a gluten-free diet, a vegan diet, a low-carb diabetic diet, or a Keto diet, to name a few.

How to Make Shirataki Noodles Taste Good

Shirataki noodles have a gelatinous texture and do not have much of a taste on their own. Some people find the rubbery texture or the scent off-putting. If you’re one of those people, you may find yourself wondering how to make shirataki noodles taste good. Thankfully, there are lots of ways to make shirataki noodles taste good.

Preparing Shirataki Noodles Out of the Package

One of the biggest problems some people encounter with shirataki noodles is that they do not like the flavor of the liquid that shirataki noodles come packed in. To solve this, before cooking or eating, be sure to take the noodles out of the package and drain, rinse, and boil for a few minutes. Shirataki noodles do not need to be cooked, but boiling for a few minutes will rid them of the packing flavor. 

Alternatively, after rinsing the noodles, you can briefly dry roast them in a pan without using any oil or liquid. This improves the texture significantly! 

Before you incorporate other ingredients or flavorings, it can also be helpful to add an acid to the shirataki noodles to help remove the smell. A teaspoon of lime juice, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, or white vinegar helps a lot.

What to Cook Shirataki Noodles With

Shirataki noodles are virtually flavorless. That means that they can take on the flavors of your other ingredients. It’s best to pair the noodles with bold, intense flavors to make the best-tasting shirataki noodle meal.

Here are some dishes with bold flavors that pair well with shirataki noodles.

  1. Vegetarian red coconut curry
  2. Miso Tofu Shirataki Noodles with Roasted Eggplant and Nasturtium Leaves
  3. This low-carb, Paleo, and Keto Pad Thai
  4. Spicy Shirataki Miso Stir Fry
  5. 15-Minute Stir-Fried Shrimp with Shirataki Noodles

Final Tips for How to Make Shirataki Noodles Taste Good

Lots of people love shirataki noodles, or find them easy to love by incorporating the tips above. Remember these final tips if you still find yourself struggling with the taste, smell, or texture.

  1. Use a smaller amount of shirataki noodles relative to other ingredients. Start small, and then build up as you become accustomed to the taste or texture.
  2. Combine shirataki noodles with lots of other strongly-flavored meal components, like vegetables, meats, or cheeses (or your preferred meat or cheese substitutes).
  3. While you can use shirataki noodles in any meal that would use “normal” noodles, you may have better results if you use them in a stir-fry instead of a more traditional noodle-heavy meal, like spaghetti and meatballs.

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