Liyang Tribute Noodles

Liyang Tribute Noodles

　　Liyang Tribute Noodles are a specialty of Liyang Town, Xun County, Hebi City, Henan Province. These noodles are known for being heat-resistant without becoming mushy and for holding their texture even when reheated. Once cooked and scooped into a bowl, they not only have a smooth mouthfeel but are also exceptionally chewy.

　　Liyang Tribute Noodles originated in the Ming Dynasty and were primarily made in family workshops. During the Ming Dynasty, they were named “Tribute Noodles” after being presented to the emperor by Wang Yue, the Minister of Rites, and were listed as a palace delicacy. Made from high-quality groundwater, finely milled wheat flour, and refined salt, these noodles are crafted through 28 traditional hand-making procedures. The resulting Liyang Tribute Noodles are white as snow, fine as silk, and hollow in the center, making them a traditional culinary masterpiece of Chinese food culture. The hollow noodles from Xiying Village are completely natural—if preservatives or whitening agents were added, the hollow noodles could not be made.