Cu mian

Cu mian
Traditional Chinese 粗麵
Simplified Chinese 粗面
Literal meaning thick noodle

Cu mian or thick noodles are a type of Chinese noodle commonly used in the cuisines of northern China. In addition, it may also be found in Hong Kong, as well as in restaurants specializing in northern Chinese cuisine in other parts of China.

Production

The noodles are made from wheat flour and water.

Variety

One well known variety is Shanghai cu mian (上海粗麵; pinyin: Shànghǎi cū miàn).

See also