Sichuan local food
Local dishes, ingredients and the stories behind them.

Dandan noodles 担担面
The noodles combine springy chew with spicy, aromatic and deeply savory seasoning. Sauce can collect underneath, so the first unmixed bite may be misleading.
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Yibin ranmian 宜宾燃面
The noodles are firm, oily and savory, with nutty crunch and a concentrated seasoning that clings to each strand. Chili is part of many versions.
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Panzhihua lamb rice noodles 攀枝花羊肉米线
Slippery noodles contrast with tender lamb and a meaty, warming broth; the final heat depends largely on the condiments.
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Xuyong bean-broth noodles 叙永豆汤面
The soup is mellow and savory, with a lightly thickened body, soft beans and chewy noodles. Meat adds a stronger flavor in individual bites.
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Zhongjiang fine hanging noodles 中江挂面
The noodles are delicate and smooth, with a fine wheat flavor that suits simple broth. Heavy sauces can hide the craftsmanship of their thin structure.
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Guangyuan steamed cold rice noodles 广元女皇蒸凉面
The noodles are soft, smooth and gently elastic, with chili seasoning and other additions providing the stronger aroma.
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Luoquan tofu buns 罗泉豆腐包子
The wrapper is pillowy and tender, surrounding a moist, delicate center with more texture than smooth bean paste. Fresh steaming keeps both components supple.
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Yuechi rice noodles 岳池米粉
The noodles are smooth and tender, taking on the broth's flavor without the elastic wheat bite of lamian.
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Yingjing hand-slapped noodles 荥经挞挞面
The noodles have a resilient chew with subtle differences in thickness. Their rougher shape catches the seasoning and makes hand preparation visible in the bowl.
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Songpan traditional hotpot 松潘土火锅
The broth grows richer as the layers warm, while vegetables and noodles absorb meat juices.
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Huili chicken-and-ham rice cakes 会理鸡火丝饵块
The strips are soft and elastic, with mild rice flavor against tender chicken and salty, concentrated ham.
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Qingchuan copper hotpot 青川铜火锅
The result is a savory broth with a mixture of soft vegetables, tender meat and any chewy starch additions.
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