Sliced Noodle
Daoxiao Mian (Knife-Cut Noodles) are Shanxi Province's most iconic dish — thick, irregularly shaped noodles shaved directly from a block of dough into boiling water using a special knife. Each noodle has a distinct shape and texture, with a slightly thicker middle that gives a satisfying chewy bite.
Ingredients
- Flour 500 g
- Tomato 2 pcs
- Soy sauce 1 tbsp
- Chopped scallions to taste
- Cooking oil to taste
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- 1. Add flour and water and mix into a smooth dough, let it rest for 30 minutes
- 2. Roll the dough into thin sheets and cut into desired shapes
- 3. Prepare side dishes and condiments
- 4. Boil water in a pot, add pasta and cook until cooked, take out
- 5. Mix the pasta and side dish seasonings evenly
- 6. Plate and serve
Cultural Notes
Daoxiao Mian is the symbol of Shanxi's reputation as the 'Noodle Capital of China.' Shanxi people are said to have over 300 types of noodles, but dao xiao mian reigns supreme. Watching a skilled noodle master shave noodles at lightning speed is a performance art. The technique dates back over 1,000 years and was reportedly invented by a cook for Emperor Kangxi.