Comments on: Super Easy Scissor-Cut Noodles (油泼剪刀面)

By: Wei Guo

Wei Guo — Mon, 16 Mar 2026 13:44:31 +0000

In reply to Skash. This dough recipe is on the soft side while Dao Xiao Mian requires a much firmer dough. They're not interchangeable.

By: Skash

Skash — Mon, 16 Mar 2026 13:14:19 +0000

Is this recipe the same dough recipe to make knife cut noodles? I bought a knife especially for Dao Shao Mian, but haven’t yet made it. (Big dreams, little skill)
I had some more than 20 years ago in Yunnan, Kunming and wanted to make some myself.

By: Wei Guo

Wei Guo — Mon, 10 Jul 2023 18:28:33 +0000

In reply to Justin.

To prepare in advance, you can choose one of these methods:
— Keep the raw dough in the fridge. Cut and cook it the next day. In this case, use slightly less water for the dough as it becomes softer over time.
— Cook the noodles, then rinse them under running water to cool. Drain them well and coat them with a little oil to prevent sticking. When you are ready to serve, put them into boiling water briefly.

By: Wei Guo

Wei Guo — Sat, 08 Jul 2023 10:46:29 +0000

In reply to Yalin. Easy and tasty, it's indeed a dish worth repeating! Glad you enjoy it!

By: Yalin

Yalin — Thu, 06 Jul 2023 22:13:17 +0000

Thank you for this recipe. I make it for my mom once a week, every week. 🥰

By: Justin

Justin — Wed, 28 Jun 2023 14:55:56 +0000

Thanks for the recipe! Can these be made in advance and held for use another day? If so, wouldn’t be better to hold the raw dough until ready to cook, or cut the noodles and cook the next day, or cook the noodles then toss with oil then refrigerate and rewarm for later?

By: Samantha

Samantha — Sat, 04 Feb 2023 22:11:04 +0000

In reply to Samantha. Thanks so much. I made them tonight (with a different sauce) and they were very yummy!

By: Wei Guo

Wei Guo — Thu, 02 Feb 2023 16:53:44 +0000

In reply to Samantha. You can just cut off pieces from the edges of the dough ball. If unsure, have a look at my video (inside the recipe card at the end of the post). Happy cooking!

By: Samantha

Samantha — Tue, 31 Jan 2023 21:14:10 +0000

Hi! Thanks for the recipe. But I am a little confused. How do I cut the dough ball into little pieces like that? Should I flatten the ball before cutting or just cut off pieces from the edges of the ball until it’s gone?

By: Margo Sluman

Margo Sluman — Sun, 01 May 2022 15:46:52 +0000

In reply to Wei Guo. Thank you so much for your reply! I'm making it in a few days. Love your site!!