Weishan Braised Pork Rice Noodles

Weishan Braised Pork Rice Noodles

　　Rice noodles are a beloved rice-based dish among the people of Yunnan, though their origins date back to an untraceable time. Weishan’s rice noodles are snow-white in color, tender in texture, and have a firm yet chewy bite. After being blanched in boiling water, they remain neither mushy nor broken, and are smooth and soft on the palate. Beyond the outstanding quality of the noodles themselves, the greater highlight lies in their unique topping—“braised pork.” Throughout the streets and alleys of Weishan, you can find all kinds of braised pork rice noodle shops, big and small—all authentic. Though they share the same roots, each one has its own distinctive flavors upon closer tasting.

　　The reason why Weishan Braised Pork Rice Noodles have become a famous local delicacy in Yunnan isn’t just because of their delicious taste, but also due to their medicinal benefits. These noodles warm the middle burner, replenish qi, strengthen the spleen and stomach, and even offer beautifying effects—all of which become clear just by looking at the soup, which resembles a nourishing herbal broth.