Authentic San Francisco Garlic Noodles

Authentic San Francisco Style Garlic Noodles

Step 1: Prep the Garlic and Garnish [00:20]

• Peel and mince 5 tsp of garlic.
• Chop the scallions to use as a garnish later.

Step 2: Prepare the Garlic Powder Mixture [07:11]

• In a small bowl, mix 2 tsp of garlic powder with 1 tbsp of water to create a paste. Set aside to let it bloom.

Step 3: Clarify the Butter [06:55]

• Cut 1 stick of butter into 4 pieces and microwave in a measuring cup for 2 minutes. Let it sit and separate for 3-5 minutes.

Step 4: Prepare the Garlic Sauce [10:28]

• In a pan, add 3 tbsp of clarified butter.
• Add 4 tsp of the minced garlic (reserve the rest for later) and 1/2 tsp of salt.
• Cook over medium-low heat until the garlic starts to brown.
• Once ready, turn off the heat and stir in the remaining 1 tsp of minced garlic. Set aside.

Step 5: Cook the Noodles [13:12]

• Cook 1 lb of fresh lo mein noodles in boiling water over a bare simmer until just past al dente.
• Drain the noodles.

Step 6: Assemble the Dish [14:55]

• Add the cooked noodles to the pan with the garlic butter.
• Add 1 tbsp of Maggi seasoning and toss the noodles.
• Incorporate the rest of the clarified butter, the bloomed garlic powder paste, a touch of sugar, some chopped scallions, and black pepper.
• Toss everything together well.

Step 7: Serve [17:12]

• Serve into bowls and garnish with 1/2 cup of crumbled parmesan cheese.