Mixian

Mixian is a type of rice noodle from Yunnan Province, China. These noodles are typically distinguished by their round shape, moderate thickness, and smooth, silky texture. They are normally used fresh and are commonly seen in stir-fry recipes, often served with rich broths and sauces. Similar to glass noodles, rice noodles differ notably in texture. As the Traditional Chinese culinary texts, such as shícì (Chinese: 食次), refer to rice noodles as "càn" (Chinese: 粲). They are commonly called "sour pulp rice noodles" (Chinese: 酸浆米线), "sour noodles" (Chinese: 酸粉), "dry rice noodles" (Chinese: 干米线), and "rice noodles"(Chinese: 米粉). Rich in carbohydrates, vitamins, minerals, and enzymes, rice noodles cook quickly and evenly, and maintain their firmness when boiled, making them suitable for hot-pot and casual dining. The term "粲" in shícì, an ancient Chinese culinary book, is thought to originate from the term "精米" (jīngmǐ, or refined rice), representing finely crafted dishes. <齐民要术> (QímínYàoshù), a classical Chinese agricultural text, describes the preparation of “粲”: glutinous rice is ground into a fine powder, mixed with honey and water, and extruded through a perforated bamboo utensil, forming fine strands which are then boiled in oil. This meticulous process, which produced delicate rice noodles, contributed to the honorific term "粲."

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