Shanxi Noodles (Culinary Culture Inherited for Hundreds of Years)

Shanxi, a province with a long history, not only has a rich cultural heritage, but also a unique culinary culture. Among them, Shanxi noodle food, as one of the specialties of Shanxi, has become an important part of the table of Shanxi people after a hundred years of inheritance and development.

I. The Origin of Noodles

The origin of noodles can be traced back to ancient Shanxi. According to archaeologists' research, as early as in the late Neolithic period, the prototype of noodles had already appeared in Shanxi. At that time, pasta was mainly made from various grains ground into flour. With the passage of time, pasta gradually developed and expanded, forming a unique Shanxi pasta culture.

The characteristics of Shanxi noodle food

Shanxi noodle food is famous for its fine, soft and smooth taste. Whether it is knife-shaved noodles, cut noodles, fried noodles or mixed noodles, all of them can make people savor the taste. Moreover, the production process of Shanxi noodles is unique, focusing on the toughness of the dough and the fineness of the noodles, which are repeatedly kneaded, stretched and folded to make them more powerful and chewy.

Three classic varieties of Shanxi noodles

1. Knife-shaved noodles

Knife-shaved noodles are one of the representatives of Shanxi noodles, and the production process is unique. First, the dough is kneaded into a moderately hard noodle billet, and then the billet is skillfully cut into thin slices by a knife-shaved noodle master. Finally, the sliced noodles are boiled and various toppings, such as beef, tofu, and pickled vegetables, are added to make a delicious knife-shaved noodle dish.

2. Ramen

Ramen is another classic Shanxi noodle dish with a unique production process. First, the dough is kneaded into a soft billet, and then the billet is stretched and folded with both hands, repeatedly until the noodles become thin and elastic. Finally, the pulled noodles are boiled and various toppings, such as stewed meat and tofu brains, are added to make an aromatic ramen.

3. Stir-fried Noodles

Stir-fried noodles are another classic variety of Shanxi noodle dish with a unique production process. First, the dough is kneaded into a soft billet, and then the billet is cut into thin shreds. Next, the shredded noodles are put into a wok and stir-fried, and various ingredients, such as vegetables and meat, are added and stir-fried evenly. Finally, plate the fried noodles and sprinkle with seasonings to make a colorful and flavorful fried noodles.

Four, Shanxi pasta production steps

1. Preparation of dough

Mix the flour and the right amount of water, knead into a dough. The dough should be kneaded until it is smooth, soft and not sticky.

2. Make the dough

Roll the kneaded dough into a thin sheet, and then cut the sheet into long strips.

3. Make the noodles

Take out the noodle blanks, stretch and fold them with your hands, and repeat the operation until the noodles become thin and elastic.

4.Cooking the Noodles

Put the pulled noodles into boiling water and cook them, not too long, to maintain the strong texture of the noodles.

5. Add toppings

Scoop out the cooked noodles and add various toppings, such as beef, tofu, pickles, etc., according to personal taste.

6. Finish

Put the noodles with toppings on a plate, sprinkle with the right amount of seasoning, and a delicious Shanxi noodle dish is finished.