Xi'an Biang Biang Noodles (Xi'an Biang Biang Mian)

Xi'an Biang Biang Mian, also known as Xi'an Biang Biang Noodles, is a popular dish from Shaanxi Cuisine, known for its wide, hand-pulled noodles and savory, spicy flavors.

Xi'an Biang Biang Noodles (Xi'an Biang Biang Mian)

Ingredients

  • 500g all-purpose flour
  • 250ml water
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 200g ground pork
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp chili oil
  • 1 tsp Sichuan peppercorns
  • 2 green onions, chopped

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, mix the flour, water, vegetable oil, and salt to form a dough. Knead the dough for 10 minutes, then cover and let it rest for 30 minutes.
  2. Divide the dough into 4 equal parts. Take one part and roll it into a long, flat strip. Pull the strip to stretch it into a wide noodle, then repeat with the remaining dough.
  3. Boil the noodles in a pot of water for 3-5 minutes, then drain and set aside.
  4. In a pan, cook the ground pork and garlic until browned. Add the soy sauce, chili oil, and Sichuan peppercorns, then stir in the cooked noodles.
  5. Garnish with chopped green onions and serve hot.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
10 minutes
Total time:
30 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
400 per serving
Carbohydrates
60g
Protein
15g
Fat
10g

Supplies

Large mixing bowl Rolling pin Pot Pan

Tools

Knife Cutting board Tongs

Serving suggestions

Serving suggestions: Pair with a side of pickled vegetables and a cold glass of Chinese tea.

Tips & tricks

Tips: Be sure to knead the dough thoroughly to achieve the right texture for the noodles. Adjust the level of spiciness to your preference by adding more or less chili oil.

Cost

$10