RaoYang Golden Silk Mixed Noodles

RaoYang Golden Silk Mixed Noodles

　　    In the late Qing Dynasty, a man surnamed Li from Suning who served as a eunuch in the imperial court would always buy some Golden Silk Mixed Noodles from RaoYang as a gift to bring back to the palace for the emperor’s exclusive use whenever he returned to the capital after visiting his family. As a result, they became a tribute item.

Made from finely ground mung beans, wheat, and sesame, the dough is prepared using fragrant oil, white sugar, egg whites, and an appropriate amount of water, then left to rest. The rested dough is rolled out into large, paper-thin sheets. Once cooled to just the right consistency—not too dry or wet, firm enough not to break yet soft enough not to stick when rolled—the sheets are folded and cut into fine strands. These noodles are golden and translucent, resembling golden threads. They have a long shelf life, are resistant to overcooking and won’t fall apart easily, offering a fragrant and refreshing taste.