Ah Zong Mian Xian! Enjoying Rich Broth with Delicious Offal in Taipei
Ah Chung Flour Rice Noodles (Small)
TaiwanTaipei, Ximending, Ay-Chung Flour-Rice Noodle
- Food Travel Log
- Flavors and mass production are perfect at Taipei’s famous "Ay-Chung Flour-Rice Noodle" (A-Zhong Mianxian). The thick soup has a sharp bonito and garlic taste, while tender offal and cilantro add flair, making each bite irresistible. The noodles are slightly overcooked for mass production, but the quick service brings happiness to many.
- Taste Rating
- Price
- 60 New Taiwan Dollar
- Meal Date
- 5/3/2023
- Insights from the Gourmet AI
- Ah Chung Mian Xian, also known as Ay-Chung Flour-Rice Noodles, is a famous Taiwanese dish that originated in Ximending, Taipei, in 1975. It is incredibly popular among both locals and tourists. This dish is cherished as a convenient street food, featuring delicate noodles, a rich and thick broth, and hearty simmered innards. The soup is enhanced with the addition of bonito and garlic and topped with cilantro, delivering a flavorful accent. It's easy to eat, making it perfect for busy times. While it might seem like the ingredients are overcooked, the popularity of this bustling eatery, known for its speedy service, proves otherwise. Incidentally, the author mentions enjoying the "nose-piercing aroma" so much that they drop garlic into the bonito-flavored broth of instant noodles after returning home. They indulge in a solitary Taiwan experience at home, although they struggle with growing cilantro.
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