At the table
Stir the pork sauce gently into the noodles and broth. Use chopsticks for the noodles and a spoon for the soup; ask about portion size if ordering a full meal.
Contains pork, shrimp, wheat and soy; it is not vegetarian or vegan. Ask about eggs and other ingredients if needed.
Other versions use different broths or garnishes; some add an egg. This version contains no chili, but added sauces may be spicy.
GET TO KNOW THE DISH
What goes into it?
Explore some key ingredients below. Preparations may use additional seasonings and ingredients.
Other versions use different broths or garnishes; some add an egg. This version contains no chili, but added sauces may be spicy.
Typical ingredients
Recipes vary by restaurant.
How does it taste?
Savory shrimp broth and slightly sweet soy-seasoned pork with shallots.
- Chili heat
- Texture
- Soft noodles, tender minced pork and firm cooked shrimp.
- How it’s made
- Noodles and chives are blanched, then served with shrimp broth, cooked shrimp and pork simmered with shallots, soy sauce and sugar.
Other versions use different broths or garnishes; some add an egg. This version contains no chili, but added sauces may be spicy.
A CONNECTION TO PLACE
Origin & regional roots
Associated with Taiwan.
About this regional connection
Taiwan: Tainan tourism food guide small-bowl specialty.
Ask if they have it first
请问你们有擔仔麵吗？
Do you have this item?
A LITTLE SOMETHING TO READ
Story & history
A small bowl in Tainan
This account describes a tradition or story, rather than an established historical fact.
Danzai noodles are a Tainan specialty often served in a small bowl, leaving room to try other snacks. They are distinct from Sichuan dandan noodles.