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Baijia feichangfen 白家肥肠粉
The noodles are slippery and resilient, contrasting with the intestine's rich chew. Chili oil and aromatics give the broth a strong finish.
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Qionglai milk-broth noodles 奶汤面
The noodles are smooth and springy, surrounded by a savory, full-bodied soup. A meat topping can make the bowl more substantial.
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Biangbiang and oil-splashed noodles biangbiang面·油泼面
The ribbons have a substantial chew, while the hot oil releases a strong chili-and-garlic aroma balanced by vinegar or other seasonings.
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Mashi noodle shells 麻食子
The curled shape creates a tender edge and chewier center, with each hollow holding a little broth.
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Lacquer-seed oil chicken hotpot 漆油鸡火锅
The oil gives a distinctive rich aroma, while the chicken is tender and the broth coats the mouth more fully than a plain clear soup.
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Copper-pot rice noodles 铜锅米线
The noodles are smooth and soft, with a hot broth flavored by meat, vegetables or pickled ingredients.
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Shrimp and eel noodles 虾爆鳝面
Springy noodles contrast with tender shrimp and richer eel, with the eel's cooking juices giving the bowl depth.
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Hangzhou cat-ear pasta soup 杭州猫耳朵
The dough pieces are soft at the edges and slightly chewy in the thicker center, making a spoonable pasta-like bowl. Broth carries the flavor of the additions.
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Zhaoming duck and dried-bamboo pot 昭明笋干老鸭暖锅
The broth is rich and savory, with tender duck and firmer, fibrous bamboo shoots providing contrasting bites.
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Longyang rice-wine steamed bread 龙羊酒酿馒头
The bread is soft and gently springy, with mild sweetness and a delicate fermented fragrance that becomes clearer while warm.
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