Whimsical noodles in colorful sauce with playful garnishes. Ideal for parties, fusion style, vegetarian friendly.
# Ingredient List:
→ Noodles
01 - 10.5 oz dried wheat noodles or ramen noodles
02 - Assorted gel food coloring (pink, blue, yellow, green) for vibrant hues
→ Cloud Sauce
03 - 3/4 cup whole milk or plant-based milk
04 - 4.25 oz cream cheese or vegan cream cheese
05 - 1 tablespoon unsalted butter or vegan butter
06 - 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese or nutritional yeast
07 - 1 teaspoon cornstarch
08 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
09 - 1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper
→ Garnish
10 - 2 scallions, finely sliced
11 - 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
12 - Edible flowers or microgreens, optional
# Steps:
01 - Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Divide the water into separate heatproof bowls for each color desired.
02 - Add gel food coloring to each bowl, stirring thoroughly until you achieve vivid shades.
03 - Divide noodles into equal portions and cook each separately in the colored water for 2–3 minutes less than package instructions. Rinse with cold water to halt cooking and set aside.
04 - Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add cream cheese, stirring continuously until smooth.
05 - Whisk in milk, parmesan, cornstarch, salt, and white pepper. Cook, stirring constantly, until thickened and creamy, approximately 5 minutes.
06 - Gently fold noodles into the sauce, maintaining distinct color separation for the cloud effect or swirling lightly for a marbled pattern.
07 - Plate immediately, topping with chopped scallions, toasted sesame seeds, and edible flowers or microgreens if desired.
