I believe it would be tough to find a
culture that didn't have some sort of noodle – probably as hard as
it would be finding someone who didn't like them, but I also believe
the Chinese have the upper hand when it comes to noodle technology.
Marco Polo (the explorer, not the game) knew this and in a real
twist, stole an idea from the Chinese and the secret was out.
Interesting that something made from
flour, a little salt, and a bit of alkaline water could take so many
forms and be so pleasing on the pallet, a chameleon that takes on the
flavor of sauces and a perfect accompaniment to vegetables and meat
alike. There is also fun value involved in the making of the noodles,
or at least watching them be made. One place to engage in this most
delightful of spectator sports is the Magic Noodle in Gilbert, AZ
and interestingly enough a great place to enjoy these handmade
beauties.
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| The Noodlemeister |
When I was in the Far East one rule I
followed was to see things made and cooked in front of me, mostly to
ensure some heat was applied, but also a great way to pick up some
cooking tips – fortunately most places I frequented did just that,
as does the Magic Noodle. There is a small window where the
“noodlemeister” plies his trade, or in reality practices his art.
If you want to really feel inadequate in your attempts at making
noodles at home, five minutes spent at this window will do it for
you. It is also a good time to watch and learn, then enjoy the
results in a bowl of broth and UFOs (unidentified Floating Objects)
after this bt of performance art.
The soup is wonderful with a choice of
noodle thickness and types of additives, but beware the trap, the
aroma lures you in soup is very hot and you will scorch your tongue.
The pain is worth the deliciousness that is the magic noodle soup. I
made the mistake of ordering the dumplings as an appetizer – they
where huge and wondrous, but after eating some of them I could not
finish the amazing soup.
I will definitely make the pilgrimage
back to the Magic Noodle, and as a bonus, there is a Lee Lee's market
right around the corner – Oriental bliss ensues!
Magic Noodle House
2015 N Dobson Rd
Chandler, AZ 85224 480) 786-8002
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| Appetizer |
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| The Goods |
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| Full table |
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| Cartoon Noodle Dude |
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