Yunnan-style Cross-the-bridge Rice Noodles
Yunnan-style Cross-the-bridge Rice Noodles is a popular Chinese dish known for its flavorful and aromatic broth served with rice noodles and a variety of fresh vegetables, meats, and condiments. It originates from the southwestern Yunnan province and is named after a legendary story of a scholar who crossed a bridge every day to bring noodles to his wife, keeping them fresh and hot in separate containers. The dish is traditionally eaten as a form of celebration or during family gatherings and is considered a symbol of love and dedication. The broth is made from chicken, pork, or beef bones and is served separately from the noodles, meats, vegetables, and spices, allowing diners to prepare the dish according to their preferences.
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breast, sliced thinly
- 1 lb pork shoulder, sliced thinly
- 8 cups chicken stock
- 1 tsp Sichuan peppercorns
- 1 tsp chili flakes
- 1 inch ginger, sliced
- 1 garlic head, sliced
- 1 onion, sliced
- 2 cups spinach leaves
- 1 lb fresh rice noodles
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 tsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
About the recipe
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Portions: 4 servings
Difficulty: Easy