At the table
Mix from the bottom to coat the noodles. Ask for less chili before the dressing is added.
Contains wheat, peanuts and sesame. Ask about the dressing and cooking fat before choosing it as vegetarian or vegan.
Dressing proportions and chili strength vary. The peanuts and sesame are part of this described version, not guaranteed absent when omitted from view.
GET TO KNOW THE DISH
What goes into it?
Explore some key ingredients below. Preparations may use additional seasonings and ingredients.
Dressing proportions and chili strength vary. The peanuts and sesame are part of this described version, not guaranteed absent when omitted from view.
Typical ingredients
In some versions
Recipes vary by restaurant.
How does it taste?
Tangy vinegar, garlic and toasted nuts, with adjustable chili heat and numbing spice.
- Chili heat
- Texture
- Springy noodles, crisp vegetables and crunchy peanuts.
- How it’s made
- Cooked noodles are cooled, then dressed and mixed with prepared vegetables and toppings.
Dressing proportions and chili strength vary. The peanuts and sesame are part of this described version, not guaranteed absent when omitted from view.
A CONNECTION TO PLACE
Origin & regional roots
Associated with Shaanxi.
About this regional connection
Shaanxi: Supported local food association, not exclusive origin.
Ask if they have it first
请问你们有恒口凉面吗？
Do you have this item?
A LITTLE SOMETHING TO READ
Story & history
A cool bowl in southern Shaanxi
In Hengkou, near Ankang, cold noodles are a warm-weather meal. Vinegar, garlic, crunchy toppings and vegetables make this local bowl different from a plain plate of chilled noodles.