Tianmen eel rice noodles 天门鳝鱼米粉
Tianmen eel rice noodles is featured among the local specialties of Hubei.
Rice noodles are topped with tender seasoned eel. Mix the topping through the broth before eating.
How it is made
Rice noodles are heated and topped with cooked eel in a savory preparation. The eel may be cut into strips and seasoned separately before joining the noodle bowl.
Flavour & texture
Smooth noodles contrast with the eel's tender, slightly springy flesh, while the cooking juices enrich the broth or sauce.
Local roots & traditions
This named Tianmen specialty brings freshwater eel into an everyday noodle format.
How to order Tianmen eel rice noodles
Ask whether the noodles arrive in soup or with a thicker topping, and confirm that the eel has been prepared boneless before eating quickly.
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Questions before you order
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Sources & reading
Recipes and servings vary between kitchens.