The hat of rice noodles means the fried meat-containing condiments seasoned on top of the staple food.
The so-called "rice noodle hat" in Kunming is called "hood", which is the main ingredient that determines the taste of a bowl of rice noodles, such as braised pork, fat sausage, chicken, fried sauce, etc., because these main ingredients adjust the taste. They are all fried with secret ingredients in advance. When the rice noodles are produced, scoop a spoonful of them directly on top of the whole bowl of rice noodles, which looks like a "hat" on the rice noodles, hence the name "hat rice noodles".
The "hats" of hat rice noodles come in different shapes and flavors, adding a rich layering to the rice noodles. The main difference and characteristics of different hat rice noodles are in the different "hats". From the spicy chili sauce to the delicious seafood sauce, from the rich beef sauce to the fragrant chicken sauce, each "hat" has its own unique flavor and characteristics. Therefore, the "hat" of every rice noodle shop is its signature and feature, and it is also the key to attracting diners.
Recommended rice noodle hats
1. Fat sausage "hat"
The fragrant braised pork sausage does not have an overly strong braised flavor, but only a light braised flavor. The fatness and aroma of the pork intestines are highlighted vividly. The braised aroma will never take over the main dishes, it can only be the icing on the cake! In addition to its excellent taste, the braised pork sausage is also very convenient for dining out. It is individually packaged and can be poured out directly for heating and eating. As a hat, the rice and noodle shop saves the long process of washing the pork sausage and braised pork sausage. The unique taste paired with rice noodles is the "good" bite for many Yunnan people.
2. Braised pork "hat"
Pork belly has another name, rib meat, also known as three-layer meat. It is located in the abdomen of the pig, where its fat tissue and muscle tissue From a visual point of view, it means fat and thin. The fat and lean meat are alternated in layers. The color is bright and the red and white are distinct. For example, the pork belly near the tip of the pig's buttocks has three distinct layers, and the layers are of equal thickness. This kind of meat tastes good. The most tender and juicy.