Shirataki noodles are amazing!!!

pollywog · 12-14-2008, 09:34 AM

These noodles are amazing! I made them in a stir fry the other night, and it was fabulous. Next week Im going to try chicken alfredo. The best thing of all... less than one carb per serving!!! They have no flavor so you can mix it with anything. The noodles I found were made out of yam flour. They were translucent looking. Great texture. There is a slightly unpleasant smell, But if you wash them in a strainer there good to go. LOVE, LOVE, LOVE, these noodles!!

CaliOkieGal4now · 12-14-2008, 10:30 AM

YEah.....me luv the SHirataki noodles too !

They are really really fantastic in chicken alfredo....I do a version of that with the shirataki noodles, chicken parmean cheese & alfreado sauce, with broccoli florets and artichoke hearts...

amazing - spectacular good !

sippy · 12-14-2008, 11:15 AM

I am so unbelievably hooked. Some great recipes can be found in Dana Carpender's new cookbook The Glycemic Load Cookbook.

There are lots of brands out there - different shapes, textures, tastes...I love them all. Oriental markets have a real interesting variety.

I will not eat pasta again. Dreamfields just isn't worth it to have a measly serving of pasta when I can have a big plate of shiratake for a fraction of the calories and carbs.

Once you know how to prepare it correctly, it's awesome. I love my pasta and used to eat LARGE platefuls of the stuff. This is such a wonderful substitute.

pollywog · 12-14-2008, 11:36 AM

Does anyone know if the shirataki yam noodles taste different than the tofu noodles. Is the texture different?

pepperette · 12-14-2008, 11:49 AM

[COLOR="DarkGreen"]I can't find any taste in the yam-based ones, which is all I get. The larger style 'noodles', like the penne, have a gummy-bear type consistency. I use the orzo style as rice replacement, angel hair for spaghetti, and have cut the penne in smaller pieces and used as a bean sub in chili. The orzo and cut-up penne I use in broths for lunches or snacks if a meal wasn't filling. Just remember to rinse well and drain, even fry till dry if using as spaghetti sub or to be used in a sauce.[/COLOR]

retroworx · 12-14-2008, 10:08 PM

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Originally Posted by pollywog

Does anyone know if the shirataki yam noodles taste different than the tofu noodles. Is the texture different?

Don't know that either have a "taste" per se, but the texture is DEFINITELY different. The yam ones are chewy to the point of "resistance", while the tofu ones are softer, closer in texture and mouthfeel to a very overcooked wheat noodle -- soft and limp and overly tender.

BTW, the Hungry Girl website has oodles of recipes on these noodles, as does this board -- just do a search for "shirataki" or "miracle noodles".

HTH,

ouizoid · 12-15-2008, 06:46 AM

For awhile I could find WildWood spinach fettuccine tofu noodles--which were the most delicious ever--with no need to rinse and no fishy taste--my Whole Foods stopped carrying them and I keep meaning to go on the WildWood site and see if I can order a case!

JoeyAnyc · 12-15-2008, 07:31 PM

For those who have tried these noodles, are there any stomach side effects?
I've tried wheat pasta and other low carb pastas and they messed my belly up.

Just wondering if anyone has any issues with the Shirataki noodles?

Thank you

retroworx · 12-15-2008, 08:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JoeyAnyc

For those who have tried these noodles, are there any stomach side effects?
I've tried wheat pasta and other low carb pastas and they messed my belly up.

Just wondering if anyone has any issues with the Shirataki noodles?

Thank you

Sounds like wheat/gluten intolerance issues? How do you do with fiber -- if you are sensitive to lots of fiber these will be an issue for you because they are primarily fiber.

JoeyAnyc · 12-15-2008, 09:01 PM

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Originally Posted by retroworx

Sounds like wheat/gluten intolerance issues? How do you do with fiber -- if you are sensitive to lots of fiber these will be an issue for you because they are primarily fiber.

Yeah, it seems like I'm sensitive to wheat. I have tons of allergies, so I'm assuming it's probably a wheat allergy.

I may start off with a couple fork fulls of Mac n' Cheese with these noodles and see how things go!

Melody · 12-15-2008, 11:04 PM

I love them too. Does anyone know what kind of shelf life they have? I have some Konjac foods ones and I thought they said they have a one year shelf life unrefrigerated but I can't remember...

Soobee · 12-16-2008, 03:10 AM

I heard the same thing. I've kept them in the refrigerator for months. Never had a problem.

BikerAng · 12-16-2008, 06:12 AM

wheat messes my stomach up too, but the Shirataki noodles do not. I did need to drink quite a bit more water after eating these as they are VERY fiberous. I couldn't eat very much of them because they are SO filling - maybe 1/4 cup per serving and I was STUFFED. They remind me of a very chewy rice noodle, nice with curry or stir fry. DH absolutely loves these.

retroworx · 12-16-2008, 08:31 AM

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Originally Posted by Melody

I love them too. Does anyone know what kind of shelf life they have? I have some Konjac foods ones and I thought they said they have a one year shelf life unrefrigerated but I can't remember...

Konjac Foods packaging claims 1 year shelf life, unrefrigerated. I've kept mine that way for many months with no problems, but I do frankly sometimes wonder how long they have been unfridged before they get to me: shipping from China, sitting at Los Angeles docks before offloading, sitting in distributor's warehouse, etc.

But that's just if I haven't had my daily Chamomile.

JoeyAnyc · 12-16-2008, 03:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BikerAng

wheat messes my stomach up too, but the Shirataki noodles do not. I did need to drink quite a bit more water after eating these as they are VERY fiberous. I couldn't eat very much of them because they are SO filling - maybe 1/4 cup per serving and I was STUFFED. They remind me of a very chewy rice noodle, nice with curry or stir fry. DH absolutely loves these.

Ah, well that gives me hope. I'm going to start off with making little snack portions of Mac n' Cheese and see how my belly holds up. Anything fiberous I wouldn't eat a ton of anyways.

Portia · 12-16-2008, 04:06 PM

I can't get past the way they "squeak" against my teeth when I chew them. I want to love them, but I just can't!

pepperette · 12-16-2008, 04:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Portia

I can't get past the way they "squeak" against my teeth when I chew them. I want to love them, but I just can't!

[COLOR="DarkGreen"]Think gummy bears, etc. It'll get you past the squeek![/COLOR]

Portia · 12-17-2008, 04:03 PM

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Originally Posted by pepperette

[COLOR="DarkGreen"]Think gummy bears, etc. It'll get you past the squeek![/COLOR]

Hm - good idea.

KellBell1234 · 12-18-2008, 02:34 PM

I've been afraid to try these as I've heard mixed reviews, but I think next time I'm at the store I will have to buy one pack and give them a try. From what I gather the key is to really rinse the heck out of them....

nisha_mommy2one · 12-19-2008, 07:00 AM

These are SOOO good and luckily I have a local chinese grocery close to my house and can pick them up when I go for our usual grocery shopping.

I`ve been making this quick meal whenever I`m super hungry and there`s isn`t time to waste LOL

This is the one I use: Tofu Shirataki Fettucine - The Low Carb Grocery Canada

Rinse them well in running cold water
Put them on a fan and fry for a few mins to basically get all the water dried up. (I noticed the water is what makes them smelly)
Add a bit of butter (I use the herb butter)
Add shrimp
Parsley
A bit of pasta sauce
A bit of cream
And tobasco sauce to taste (I use lots since I like it really spicy) I noticed other sauces don’t quite taste right so it’s always Tabasco for me.

Then just turn the heat down and let it simmer for a few mins (Usually I clean up during this time) This is such a quick FEELING meal…I’m going to probably make this for lunch today so will post a photo of it then.

Oh and they are very good for `going`

12-14-2008, 09:34 AM	#1
pollywog Senior LCF Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Ashland OR. Posts: 83 Gallery: pollywog Stats: Start 180/Goal 140 WOE: Low carb Start Date: Dec.5 2008	Shirataki noodles are amazing!!! These noodles are amazing! I made them in a stir fry the other night, and it was fabulous. Next week Im going to try chicken alfredo. The best thing of all... less than one carb per serving!!! They have no flavor so you can mix it with anything. The noodles I found were made out of yam flour. They were translucent looking. Great texture. There is a slightly unpleasant smell, But if you wash them in a strainer there good to go. LOVE, LOVE, LOVE, these noodles!!

12-14-2008, 11:49 AM	#5
pepperette MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Kansas City, MO. Posts: 1,605 Gallery: pepperette Stats: 268.8/235.8/145 wishful thinking WOE: Low Carb only since 11/21/07	[COLOR="DarkGreen"]I can't find any taste in the yam-based ones, which is all I get. The larger style 'noodles', like the penne, have a gummy-bear type consistency. I use the orzo style as rice replacement, angel hair for spaghetti, and have cut the penne in smaller pieces and used as a bean sub in chili. The orzo and cut-up penne I use in broths for lunches or snacks if a meal wasn't filling. Just remember to rinse well and drain, even fry till dry if using as spaghetti sub or to be used in a sauce.[/COLOR] __________________ " I don't make jokes, I just watch the government and report it...." Will Rogers. Fear the bread, NOT the butter...

12-19-2008, 07:00 AM	#20
nisha_mommy2one MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Canada Posts: 2,812 Gallery: nisha_mommy2one Stats: Post-Pregnancy 212/195/150 WOE: LC Start Date: June 1, 2010 (this time around)::: April 8, 2005	These are SOOO good and luckily I have a local chinese grocery close to my house and can pick them up when I go for our usual grocery shopping. I`ve been making this quick meal whenever I`m super hungry and there`s isn`t time to waste LOL This is the one I use: Tofu Shirataki Fettucine - The Low Carb Grocery Canada Rinse them well in running cold water Put them on a fan and fry for a few mins to basically get all the water dried up. (I noticed the water is what makes them smelly) Add a bit of butter (I use the herb butter) Add shrimp Parsley A bit of pasta sauce A bit of cream And tobasco sauce to taste (I use lots since I like it really spicy) I noticed other sauces don’t quite taste right so it’s always Tabasco for me. Then just turn the heat down and let it simmer for a few mins (Usually I clean up during this time) This is such a quick FEELING meal…I’m going to probably make this for lunch today so will post a photo of it then. Oh and they are very good for `going` __________________ Monthly weight loss:

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12-14-2008, 10:30 AM	#2
CaliOkieGal4now Senior LCF Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Oklahoma, but I'm from So.California Posts: 414 Gallery: CaliOkieGal4now Stats: 150/125/120 5'10'' WOE: Atkins & Power 90- All The Way!!! Start Date: February 2003	YEah.....me luv the SHirataki noodles too ! They are really really fantastic in chicken alfredo....I do a version of that with the shirataki noodles, chicken parmean cheese & alfreado sauce, with broccoli florets and artichoke hearts... amazing - spectacular good !

12-14-2008, 11:15 AM	#3
sippy Junior LCF Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Southern California Posts: 35 Gallery: sippy Stats: 199/199/140 WOE: Rob Thompson's Glycemic Load Diet Start Date: 12/13/08	I am so unbelievably hooked. Some great recipes can be found in Dana Carpender's new cookbook The Glycemic Load Cookbook. There are lots of brands out there - different shapes, textures, tastes...I love them all. Oriental markets have a real interesting variety. I will not eat pasta again. Dreamfields just isn't worth it to have a measly serving of pasta when I can have a big plate of shiratake for a fraction of the calories and carbs. Once you know how to prepare it correctly, it's awesome. I love my pasta and used to eat LARGE platefuls of the stuff. This is such a wonderful substitute.

12-14-2008, 11:36 AM	#4
pollywog Senior LCF Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Ashland OR. Posts: 83 Gallery: pollywog Stats: Start 180/Goal 140 WOE: Low carb Start Date: Dec.5 2008	Does anyone know if the shirataki yam noodles taste different than the tofu noodles. Is the texture different?

12-15-2008, 06:46 AM	#7
ouizoid Senior LCF Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Posts: 794 Gallery: ouizoid Stats: 225/166/145 WOE: JUDDD	For awhile I could find WildWood spinach fettuccine tofu noodles--which were the most delicious ever--with no need to rinse and no fishy taste--my Whole Foods stopped carrying them and I keep meaning to go on the WildWood site and see if I can order a case!

12-15-2008, 07:31 PM	#8
JoeyAnyc Senior LCF Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Weehawken, NJ Posts: 86 Gallery: JoeyAnyc Stats: 196/---/179 WOE: Atkins Start Date: Oct. 20, 2009 - Round 3!	For those who have tried these noodles, are there any stomach side effects? I've tried wheat pasta and other low carb pastas and they messed my belly up. Just wondering if anyone has any issues with the Shirataki noodles? Thank you

12-15-2008, 11:04 PM	#11
Melody Way too much time on my hands! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Southeast Alaska Posts: 11,136 Gallery: Melody Stats: oh no WOE: Atkins Start Date: 2/19/01-Goal 7/6/02	I love them too. Does anyone know what kind of shelf life they have? I have some Konjac foods ones and I thought they said they have a one year shelf life unrefrigerated but I can't remember...

12-16-2008, 03:10 AM	#12
Soobee MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Massachusetts Posts: 2,182 Gallery: Soobee WOE: Atkins Start Date: September 2000	I heard the same thing. I've kept them in the refrigerator for months. Never had a problem.

12-16-2008, 06:12 AM	#13
BikerAng MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Duvall, WA Posts: 2,514 Gallery: BikerAng Stats: 195/167/155 5'9" WOE: Atkins - organic & humanely raised Start Date: Feb 2007	wheat messes my stomach up too, but the Shirataki noodles do not. I did need to drink quite a bit more water after eating these as they are VERY fiberous. I couldn't eat very much of them because they are SO filling - maybe 1/4 cup per serving and I was STUFFED. They remind me of a very chewy rice noodle, nice with curry or stir fry. DH absolutely loves these.

12-16-2008, 04:06 PM	#16
Portia Very Gabby LCF Member!!! Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: The beautiful North Shore Posts: 3,862 Blog Entries: 4 Gallery: Portia Stats: 249/239/199 WOE: LC Start Date: 4/18/10	I can't get past the way they "squeak" against my teeth when I chew them. I want to love them, but I just can't!

12-18-2008, 02:34 PM	#19
KellBell1234 MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Minnesota Posts: 1,268 Gallery: KellBell1234	I've been afraid to try these as I've heard mixed reviews, but I think next time I'm at the store I will have to buy one pack and give them a try. From what I gather the key is to really rinse the heck out of them....