2025-08-12 Knife-cut noodles (dao xiao mian) cook very quickly—typically 1 to 1.5 minutes in boiling water for fresh noodles, and up to 8 minutes for soup. Using a sharp, high-quality knife such as those from INSIGHT KITCHEN KNIFE ensures smooth shaving of the dough and consistent noodle thickness, which is key for proper cooking. Proper timing and technique preserve the noodles’ desirable chewy texture.
