Sichuan Cold Noodles
四川凉面 · Sìchuān Liáng Miàn
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📍 Easy to find in Chengdu
A perfect summer dish — cold noodles with enough heat to open every pore. Wheat noodles are boiled, chilled, then tossed with a sauce of chili oil, black vinegar, soy sauce, and sugar. Bean sprouts add crunch, shredded chicken adds protein, and a handful of crushed peanuts finishes it off. It's sold from street carts all over Chengdu.
📖 History
A staple of Chengdu street food culture, cold noodles have been sold at night markets for generations. Each vendor has their own sauce recipe.
🍽 Where to eat it:
Best from street carts near Jinli Ancient Street and Wuhou Shrine. Also available at most noodle shops in the city.
Best from street carts near Jinli Ancient Street and Wuhou Shrine. Also available at most noodle shops in the city.