Topic: Authentic Kunming-style Crossing the Bridge Noodles Recipe
Culinary Crusade started this discussion 3 years ago #109,334
Kunming, the capital city of Yunnan Province in southwestern China, is known for its rich cultural heritage and diverse culinary traditions. Yunnan cuisine is influenced by the region's geography, climate, and ethnic diversity, and is characterized by its spicy, sour, and fragrant flavors. One of the most famous Kunming dishes is Crossing the Bridge Noodles (过桥米线), a traditional soup noodle dish that originated in the nearby city of Mengzi.Legend has it that Crossing the Bridge Noodles was created by a scholar who was preparing for the imperial exams and had to study in seclusion on an island in a lake. His wife would bring him hot soup and rice noodles every day, but by the time she arrived, the soup would be cold and the noodles would be soggy. To solve the problem, the scholar invented a new way of serving the noodles. He placed the ingredients separately in small bowls and added them to the hot soup just before eating. This way, the noodles remained fresh and al dente, and the soup stayed piping hot.
Today, Crossing the Bridge Noodles is a popular dish throughout Yunnan and beyond. It is typically served in a large ceramic pot with a clear chicken broth, sliced meats, vegetables, and rice noodles. The diners add the ingredients to the soup in a specific order, with the meat and vegetables going in first to flavor the broth, followed by the noodles and other condiments. The result is a hearty and satisfying meal that can be customized to each individual's taste.
Here is a recipe for an authentic Kunming-style Crossing the Bridge Noodles:
Ingredients:
1 lb. rice noodles4 cups chicken stock
4 oz. chicken breast, sliced
4 oz. pork tenderloin, sliced
4 oz. fish fillet, sliced
4 oz. shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 cup bean sprouts
1 cup sliced mushrooms
1 cup sliced carrots
1 cup sliced bamboo shoots
1/2 cup chopped scallions
1/2 cup chopped cilantro
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp. vegetable oil
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Prepare the ingredients: Slice the chicken, pork, fish, and shrimp into thin pieces. Wash and slice the mushrooms, carrots, and bamboo shoots. Rinse the bean sprouts and chop the scallions and cilantro. Mince the garlic.
- Cook the rice noodles: Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the rice noodles and cook for 3-5 minutes, or until they are al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water.
- Make the broth: In a separate pot, bring the chicken stock to a boil. Reduce the heat and keep it simmering.
- Cook the meat and vegetables: Heat the vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat. Add the garlic and stir-fry for 10 seconds. Add the sliced chicken, pork, fish, and shrimp, and stir-fry until they are cooked through. Add the sliced vegetables (mushrooms, carrots, bamboo shoots, and bean sprouts) and stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes, or until they are tender.
- Assemble the dish: Arrange the cooked rice noodles in a large bowl. Add the cooked meat and vegetables on top. Pour the hot chicken stock over the ingredients. Add the chopped scallions and cilantro to the soup.
- Serve hot: Serve the Crossing the Bridge Noodles hot and enjoy! Each diner can add additional condiments such as soy sauce, chili oil
(Edited 4 minutes later.)
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