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Shanxi · THE FOOD GUIDE

Small tapered pieces of steamed oat dough

Oat dough fish

莜面鱼鱼

Yóumiàn yúyu

Hand-rolled oat dough shaped like small spindles.

0/5Staple foods
Kid-friendly
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The small soft oat-dough pieces can be portioned easily; serve a mild sauce separately and allow them to cool.

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

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Sauce-dependent

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Texture
Smooth outside, with the grain texture of oats.

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Origin & regional roots

Shanxi

Associated with Shanxi.

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请问你们有莜面鱼鱼吗?

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