Binzhou yumian wheat jelly 彬县御面
Binzhou yumian wheat jelly is featured among the local specialties of Shaanxi.
Wheat-based dough is worked, cooked and sliced into smooth, pale pieces for a cold dish. Try this Binzhou specialty with its garlic-vinegar and chili dressing.
How it is made
Wheat dough is repeatedly worked and processed into a smooth, cooked mass, then cooled and sliced for a cold dish. A garlic, vinegar and chili dressing is commonly added at serving time.
Flavour & texture
The slices are pale, supple and resilient, with a mild base flavor that lets the sharp dressing lead.
Local roots & traditions
Yumian is associated with Binzhou, formerly Binxian, in Shaanxi.
How to order Binzhou yumian wheat jelly
Ask for a lightly dressed first portion and mix thoroughly, since concentrated garlic and chili can gather underneath the slices.
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Questions before you order
What name should I show when ordering?
Show 彬县御面 for Binzhou yumian wheat jelly. Ask for a lightly dressed first portion and mix thoroughly, since concentrated garlic and chili can gather underneath the slices.
Sources & reading
Recipes and servings vary between kitchens.