Colorful noodles in creamy sauce bring whimsical flavor to any table. Joyful fusion for kids, adults, and gatherings.
# Components:
→ Noodles
01 - 10.5 oz dried wheat noodles or ramen noodles
02 - Food coloring gels (pink, blue, yellow, green—gel coloring preferred for vibrancy)
→ Cloud Sauce
03 - 6.8 fl oz whole milk or plant-based milk
04 - 4.2 oz cream cheese or vegan alternative
05 - 1 tablespoon unsalted butter or vegan butter
06 - 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese or nutritional yeast for vegan option
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)
# Directions:
01 - Bring a large pot of water to a rolling boil. Divide boiling water into several heatproof bowls, matching the number of desired noodle colors.
02 - Add a small amount of food coloring gel to each bowl and stir thoroughly until vibrant and evenly distributed.
03 - Separate noodles into equal portions and cook each batch in different colored water for 2–3 minutes less than directed on packaging. Immediately rinse cooked noodles under cold water to halt cooking and prevent sticking.
04 - Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add cream cheese and stir constantly until velvety and smooth.
05 - Whisk milk, parmesan, cornstarch, salt, and white pepper into the saucepan. Continue stirring until sauce thickens and reaches a creamy consistency, approximately 5 minutes.
06 - Gently combine cooked noodles with sauce, taking care to preserve vibrant color separation for a cloud-like appearance or swirl for a marbled effect.
07 - Transfer to serving plates or bowls. Finish with sliced scallions, toasted sesame seeds, and edible flowers or microgreens if desired.
