Huangpi Bean Thread

Huangpi Bean Thread

　　Bean thread is one of the three traditional snacks of Huangpi. It is made by grinding rice and mung beans into a batter, spreading it into a pancake, then slicing it into strips and drying it. Traditionally, bean thread is an essential New Year food for people in Huangpi. Every lunar December, every household makes bean thread, filling the air with a strong festive atmosphere. Huangpi bean thread is made from purely natural wild kudzu root powder, refined rice, soybeans, high-quality flour, vegetable oil, and other ingredients, using traditional handmade techniques combined with modern advanced production processes to create a refined product. Wild kudzu root powder is highly nutritious, containing large amounts of starch, various vitamins, proteins, and minerals such as calcium, iron, zinc, and selenium. It is recognized by the National Health Commission as both a food and medicinal plant, as well as a traditional Chinese herbal medicine. Huangpi bean thread is rich in nutrition, has a pure flavor, and offers a delicate yet chewy texture. Made primarily with rice and soybeans, along with mung beans, kudzu powder, yam, buckwheat, and asparagus—nutritious and health-promoting ingredients—it is entirely handcrafted with no pollution sources, making it a truly natural green food.

　　How to Eat Bean Thread

　　 Boiling Method (Cold Water): Place the bean thread in cold water, bring to a gentle simmer over low heat until fully cooked, then season and serve. Boiling Method (Hot Water): First bring water to a boil, then add the bean thread and cook over medium heat until done, then season and serve. Stir-Fried Bean Thread: Soak in cold water for 30 minutes, drain, then stir-fry over medium heat in vegetable (or animal) oil until loose and tender. Steamed Bean Thread: Place dry bean thread directly in a steamer and steam for 6–9 minutes. Serve with dipping sauces—sweet, spicy, or salty flavors all work. Hot Pot: Soak in warm water for 10 minutes, drain, and add to boiling hot pot broth. Ready to eat once heated through. Fried Bean Thread: Deep-fry in vegetable oil for a crispy and delicious taste. (Note: We do not advocate this method, as frying produces small amounts of harmful substances.) Special Tips: Cooking time for bean thread should be slightly longer than for noodles, as it takes a bit more time to become fully cooked. Before eating, add your favorite side ingredients and seasonings according to your taste. It’s best to include greens or cured meats; adding tomatoes or enoki mushrooms can enhance the flavor even more. It also tastes great when cooked with glutinous rice cakes, and can be used as an ingredient in stir-fries with other dishes, making it a nice pairing with drinks.