Authentic China-style eatery with 23 noodle dishes & braised pork buns

Sometimes in life, issues don’t prove the way you need them to. But hey, unplanned issues could prove nice! Discovering Jiang’s Noodle House at Parklane Shopping Mall was maybe considered one of my greatest unintended finds when the eatery I deliberate to evaluation was shut that day — a blessing in disguise, certainly!

Opened by the identical people of La Jiang Shan Hotpot simply a few models away, this small noodle store presents 23 sorts of noodles. Talk about being spoiled for alternative! They’ve received fascinating dry choices in addition to soup variations akin to golden soup, mala and braised beef.

The final time I visited, there was a truckload of international Chinese nationwide college students and adults, noticeable by their distinct slang. Judging from the principle clientele of this institution, you’ll be assured that the meals served right here is genuine.

What I attempted at Jiang’s Noodle House

While getting misplaced over their in depth noodle selections, one factor was already on my thoughts, “get the Mouth-Watering Seasoned Chicken Cold Noodles (S$8.80) again!” This is a bowl of la mian which comes with items of marinated hen, peanuts, century egg wedges, cucumber slices, scallions and coriander doused in a chilli oil vinegar sauce— I received hooked on it after my first go to!

I’ve had chilly Japanese soba noodles and Korean naengmyeon earlier than, however by no means chilly la mian accomplished in a Chinese fashion.

The purpose why the locals in China name it mouth-watering hen is as a result of it makes your mouth drool— they usually weren’t kidding! The hen had a smoky style, coupled with delicate numbing sensations launched by the Sichuan peppercorns used, and thereafter a barely tangy flavour which got here from the vinegar.

Those who recognize the pungent creamy notes of century egg will discover that the mixture of flavours along with the hen’s complicated marinade is a match made in heaven.

As you combine the bowl of noodles up, the plain trying la mian steadily takes on a horny reddish hue coming from the chilli oil. The noodles jogged my memory of al dente strands of spaghetti, and absorbed the delicious flavours of the hen, sharing its highlight.

The crunchy peanuts gave the la mian a satisfying nutty style whereas the finely shredded cucumber supplied a textural shock whereas doubling up as a palate cleanser.

The subsequent dish I attempted was the one I chosen from the Golden Soup part. I selected the Crispy Chicken Chop Noodles (S$8.80), and opted for Knife Sliced Noodles (+S$1) as an alternative. The bowl of noodles got here with items of black fungus and inexperienced cabbage along with a facet dish of fried hen items.

The soup was certainly “golden”, and the color jogged my memory of the pumpkin soup that I made again in my chef days. My eating associate had a go at it, and closed his eyes whereas shaking his head. Knowing precisely what his actions meant, I attempted it myself and was misplaced for phrases.

“Is it corn?” “Is it pumpkin?” I used to be continually guessing as I slurped the mind-blowing broth. I requested one of many employees members and it was certainly pumpkin. The golden soup had hints of collagen hen flavours as nicely— I may end a complete bowl on my own, it was that good!

The Knife Sliced Noodles jogged my memory of a mix of mian fen guo and fettuccine, with jagged edges that resembled the enamel of a noticed blade. The thick strands slid previous my tongue like butter, with an addictive mouthfeel that stored me going again for extra.

The black fungus and inexperienced cabbage items had been half cooked and nonetheless had a slight component of crunch.

Another star of the dish had been the crispy hen items served on the facet. The golden brown items of meat had been nicely marinated, and remained crispy whereas nonetheless sustaining its softness.

I moved on to my last dish, the Chopped Braised Pork In Grilled Bun (S$5). First impressions, it jogged my memory of a wonderfully spherical coin prata.

The bun was stuffed with chopped braised pork stomach which regarded just like pulled pork. The fatty bits of the stomach may clearly be seen and I found tiny bits of leek within the combine as nicely.

The juicy pork filling was extraordinarily flavourful with its fragrant braised soy seasonings. It paired very well with the dry, crumbly grilled bun which tasted precisely just like the crust of a flaky mooncake.

Final Thoughts

Dining at Jiang’s Noodle House amidst the sounds of the slang of its patrons, and the tunes  of Jay Chou made me really feel like I used to be eating in a restaurant in China. With the sturdy inflow of Chinese regional eateries popping up all over the place in Singapore, I’m glad to have discovered a brand new place so as to add to my record of must-try meals.

I suppose I’ll be returning to this place fairly typically. Remember to say hello in case you spot me!

Expected harm: S$5.80 – S$18.80 per pax

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