Lanzhou beef hand-pulled noodles

China · East Asia

Short description: This noodle soup is known for springy pulled noodles, clear broth, thin beef slices, radish, herbs, and red chile oil.
Ingredients: Hand-pulled wheat noodles in clear beef broth with sliced beef, radish, cilantro, green onion, chile oil, and spices.
Cultural note: Its identity is tied to noodle pulling and a precise balance often summarized by clear broth, white radish, red chile, green herbs, and yellow noodles.
Common misconception: It is not a thick stew; the broth is usually clear and aromatic, with noodles as the focus.

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