Henan Chow Mein is one of the top ten noodles in China, and it is a traditional noodle dish originated from the banks of the Yellow River.

Henan Chow Mein is a traditional snack with a long history originating from Henan Province in China. The first origin of chow mein was in the Han Dynasty, and it is said that the method of making chow mein was already available at that time. The formation of Henan braised noodles as a specialty snack, on the other hand, can be traced back to the Ming Dynasty.

It is said that in the middle of the Ming Dynasty, a man surnamed Jiao opened a small restaurant called Jiao Noodle Shop in Luoyang City, present-day Henan Province. He improved the preparation of chow mein, making the noodles more tender, the soup richer and more flavorful, and it became popular among the locals.

As time went by, the braised noodles from the Jiao Noodle Shop gradually spread, and more and more people began to taste and enjoy this delicious snack. Slowly, Henan braised noodles gradually became one of the specialties of Henan Province and spread widely all over the country.

Historical Development of Henan Braised Noodles

In the long river of history, Henan braised noodles have been evolving and innovating, forming different local flavors and styles. For example, Luoyang's chow mein focuses on thin and soft noodles, with a rich soup made from gluten, boiled and dried ingredients, while Jiaozuo's chow mein is famous for its rich sauce and toppings.

Nowadays, Henan chow mein has become a household name and is loved by the majority of diners. It has a high popularity and reputation not only in Henan Province but also nationwide, attracting countless people to taste it. At the same time, many catering companies have also put it on the market, making it one of the representative Chinese cuisines.

This is the story of the long history of Henan chow mein, which not only represents part of Henan's culinary culture, but also demonstrates the diversity and unique charm of traditional Chinese snacks.