At the table
Let the broth cool, then eat the noodles and fish in small bites. Check fish pieces and broth for stray bones even when the fish is described as boned. Mix the preserved greens into the broth as you prefer.
Contains fish and wheat noodles. Some versions add crab, egg, milk or lard; sauces may contain soy, and cooking wine may be used. Ask about the complete broth and toppings for allergies or dietary restrictions. Fish bones may remain, and the broth may be hot or salty.
GET TO KNOW THE DISH
What goes into it?
Explore some key ingredients below. Preparations may use additional seasonings and ingredients.
Preserved mustard greens, bamboo shoots, crab or other toppings vary. Fish may be lightly fried or gently cooked in the broth; some recipes add milk.
Typical ingredients
In some versions
Recipes vary by restaurant.
How does it taste?
Savory fish broth, sometimes sharpened by salty preserved greens.
- Chili heat
- Texture
- Soft noodles with tender fish pieces.
- How it’s made
- Cook fish bones to make broth, strain it, and combine the broth with cooked noodles and fish pieces.
Preserved mustard greens, bamboo shoots, crab or other toppings vary. Fish may be lightly fried or gently cooked in the broth; some recipes add milk.
A CONNECTION TO PLACE
Origin & regional roots
Associated with Shanghai.
About this regional connection
Shanghai: Associated with Shanghai noodle shops.
Ask if they have it first
请问你们有黄鱼面吗？
Do you have this item?
A LITTLE SOMETHING TO READ
Story & history
Fish broth beneath the noodles
Shanghai yellow croaker noodles bring tender fish and wheat noodles together in a savory broth. One preparation separates the flesh from the bones, fries the bones with aromatics, then strains the broth before assembling the bowl. Preserved mustard greens add salty contrast. The fish can be lightly fried or cooked in the broth, and toppings such as bamboo shoots or crab make different versions of the same bowl.
