Horgos Vermicelli Soup

Horgos Vermicelli Soup

　　A distinctive delicacy of the Hui people. The main ingredients of the soup include cubes of cold noodles (primarily made from pea starch), along with diced lamb or beef ribs that are neither too lean nor too fatty. These are stir-fried with salt, prepared ginger powder, Sichuan peppercorn powder, black pepper, onions, soy sauce, and aged vinegar. Meat broth is added, then brought to a rolling boil over high heat before simmering over low heat until the meat is tender. Then, an appropriate amount of cabbage, diced cold noodles, spinach, red chili peppers, and soaked wood ear mushrooms are added and cooked until done. The soup is excellent in color, aroma, and taste, boasting a unique flavor.