At the table
Use a spoon or chopsticks, coating each piece with dressing. Let hot cubes cool a little; request chili separately if needed.
Contains sesame; soy sauce may contain soy and wheat. Ask about the complete dressing if avoiding allergens.
This version uses sweet-potato starch and soybean oil; condiments are adjustable.
GET TO KNOW THE DISH
What goes into it?
Explore some key ingredients below. Preparations may use additional seasonings and ingredients.
Soy sauce, vinegar, chili oil and coriander can be adjusted; starch and seasoning blends vary.
Typical ingredients
In some versions
Recipes vary by restaurant.
How does it taste?
Nutty sesame and garlic, with optional vinegar and chili.
- Chili heat
- Texture
- Browned surfaces and a soft, springy, translucent centre.
- How it’s made
- Set starch jelly is cut and fried in oil, then dressed.
Soy sauce, vinegar, chili oil and coriander can be adjusted; starch and seasoning blends vary.
A CONNECTION TO PLACE
Origin & regional roots
Its origins are linked to Jilin.
About this regional connection
Jilin: JilinCity jianfen.
Ask if they have it first
请问你们有吉林煎粉吗？
Do you have this item?
A LITTLE SOMETHING TO READ
Story & history
A neighborhood snack
Jianfen grew from Jilin’s street stalls into neighborhood shops. It remains closely linked to the city’s everyday snack culture.
