It is said that there are 18 kinds of pasta in Shanxi. The common ones are Daoxiao Noodles, Lamian Noodles, Picked Noodles, Knife Dialed Noodles, Scissors Noodles, Cat's Ears, Picked Noodles, Braised Noodles and Willow Noodles.

1. Daoxiao Noodles

"Daoxiao Noodles" is a daily favorite pasta of Shanxi people, and it is famous at home and abroad because of its unique flavor. Daoxiao Noodles got its name because it was all cut with a knife. The leaves cut with a knife are thick in the middle and thin in the edge. Sharp edges, shaped like willow leaves; The entrance is soft but not sticky, and the more you chew, the more fragrant it is, which is very popular among pasta lovers.

second, Lamian Noodles

Lamian Noodles is a famous pasta with unique local flavor. Lamian Noodles is very technical, so we must master the correct essentials to make a good Lamian Noodles, that is, the dough should be prevented from dehydration, the dough should be evenly shaken, the dough should be evenly rolled, and the pot should be spread out to prevent squatting.

3. Picking the pointed noodles

Picking the pointed noodles is to add salt and thin wheat flour, put it on a plate or a handboard and cut it into the pot along the edge with a picking needle. After cooking, it is cooked and served with vegetables. This kind of pasta is unique in operation, soft and refreshing, and it is even more delicious if it is accompanied by small fried meat, fried sauce and vegetarian dishes.

Fourth, dial the noodles with a knife

Roll the mixed noodles into long pieces with a width of five inches and a thick thumb, and fold them into several stacks. Use a dial knife to look like an ordinary kitchen knife, with steel at both ends to dial the noodles into the pot, and add seasoning or vegetables when eating.

V. Noodles with scissors

As the name implies, noodles cut with scissors are like whitebait in Wusong River, which is not only popular among the people, but also has become royal noodles in past dynasties.

6. Cat's Ears

Press the small pieces into the shape of a cat's ear with your fingers, cook them in a boiling pot, and then add all kinds of bittern, topping or stir-frying. This kind of pasta is beautiful in shape, very similar to a cat's ear and full of vigor, so it is named "Cat's Ear", which is a major feature of Shanxi cuisine.

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