Saang mein

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Saang mein
Chinese noodles
Place of origin:
Hong Kong
Region or state:
Hong Kong
Serving temperature:
Hot
Main ingredient(s):
Wheat flour, tapioca flour, salt, potassium carbonate, water
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Saang mein
Simplified Chinese 生面
Traditional Chinese 生麵
Literal meaning raw noodle

Saang mein is a type of Chinese noodle found in Hong Kong. It is often available in overseas Chinatowns.

Production

It is made of wheat flour, tapioca flour, salt, potassium carbonate, and water.[1]

Variety

Saang mein can be cooked quickly similarly to ramen noodles. It is known for a more smooth and soapy texture. It can be eaten plain or with additional sesame oil. Vegetables such as kai-lan can be added. The noodle does have a wheat taste. It is served hot.

See also

  • Thin noodle

References

  1. Saang mein noodle packaging from Hong Kong.


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