Web timer for 21 seconds
You are blanching the noodles again, this time watching how the strands loosen instead of relying on the first attempt. A 21 seconds countdown keeps this second pour brief while you hold the strainer steady over the sink, ready to drain before the noodles turn too soft for a street-style bowl.
On the second run, the result from the first batch gives you a useful starting point. You can change the duration directly on the page if thicker noodles stayed firm or thinner strands softened early. That small adjustment lets the countdown follow the noodles, the water, and your setup rather than forcing every batch into the same timing.
For noodles prepared in a Philippine kitchen or food stall, water may lose heat quickly when several portions are blanched one after another. Separate clumped strands before pouring, keep the next batch similar in size, and judge the texture as soon as you drain it. If the centre remains stiff, add a little time on the next run; if the strands become limp, shorten it.
Frequently asked questions
What could make the noodle blanching take longer than 21 seconds?
A larger portion, thicker noodles, or water that has cooled between batches can slow softening. Add a few seconds on the next run and check the centre after draining.
What if the noodles soften before 21 seconds?
Drain them as soon as they loosen rather than waiting for the countdown to finish. For the next batch, reduce the duration, especially when using thin noodles or freshly boiled water.
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