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…They’re Back: Shaanxi Noodles (油泼扯面) at Miss Little Shan (小陕娃)

Posted on May 20, 2012 by jen

When Yellow River Noodles (黄河陕西面名小吃)  at Meishuguan shut down and got chai-ed, it left a sad little hole in my heart (or stomach?). Their biang biang mian (or 油泼扯面 you po che mian) was the inspiration for Beijing Haochi, and our culinary … Continue reading →

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Shaanxi(esque) Carrot Salad: Orange on Orange Action

Posted on March 19, 2011 by the ladies

Sometimes, you just get the urge to shred something. Particularly as it (almost) feels like spring, and the markets around Beijing are finally filling back up with a loads of fresh vegetables, a sight for sore eyes after a winter … Continue reading →

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Oodles of Noodles at Yellow River

Posted on December 28, 2010 by jen

Once upon a time, we snuck into Yellow River Shaanxi Noodles (huanghe shui shanxi mianguan, the Meishuguan branch) in our quest to learn how to make the oh-so-heavenly youpo chemian. I was promptly booted out of the kitchen, but not … Continue reading →

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In Search of Dough: biangbiang noodles (youpo chemian 油泼扯面)

Posted on December 17, 2009 by jen

Biangbiang noodles are a damn tasty treat that I became addicted to at first bite. Despite all the variations, it consists of a relatively simple formula. Chewy noodles, a few blanched vegetables, and an oily spicy/salty sauce. Sure, a bowl … Continue reading →

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