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Qinghai · THE FOOD GUIDE

Qinghai hand-pinched noodle soup

尕面片

Gǎ miànpiàn

Small hand-pinched wheat dough pieces in soup with radish, herbs and ground pepper.

0/5Staple foods
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The soft chewy dough pieces in broth are easy to spoon and share; keep optional chili oil aside and cool a small bowl.

Recipes vary. Ask the restaurant about ingredients and serving before you order.

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Savory broth with optional chili oil.

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Smooth, chewy noodle pieces.

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