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Xinjiang fried diced noodles

Pinyin: Xīnjiāng Chǎo Dīngdīng Miàn | Cuisine: Xinjiang Cuisine

Xīnjiāng Chǎo Dīngdīng Miàn (Xinjiang Fried Noodle Pieces) is a distinctive Xinjiang dish where handmade noodles are cut into small diamond-shaped pieces and stir-fried with meat and vegetables. The small noodle pieces get crispy edges while staying chewy inside, creating a unique texture different from regular noodle dishes.

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食材清单

制作步骤

  1. 1. Wash and cut Xinjiang fried diced noodles, marinate with salt and cooking wine for 10 minutes
  2. 2. Coat with dry starch or batter
  3. 3. Pour enough oil into the pot and heat until 60% hot
  4. 4. Add Xinjiang stir-fried diced noodles piece by piece and fry over medium heat until golden brown and take out.
  5. 5. Increase the oil temperature to 80% and fry again for 30 seconds until crispy.
  6. 6. Remove and drain the oil, then serve on a plate

文化小知识

Dingding noodles are a unique Uyghur dish where noodles are cut into small pieces rather than served long. The technique is practical — small pieces cook faster and absorb flavors more evenly. This dish is a beloved everyday meal in Xinjiang households and represents the Uyghur tradition of creative noodle-making. The name 'dingding' comes from the sound of cutting the dough into small pieces.