Liangpi (cold skin noodles)
Liangpi (cold skin noodles) is one of the most representative street snacks in Shaanxi Province. Especially in summer, a bowl of tangy and spicy liangpi is a comfort to almost everyone. It perfectly embodies the concepts of cool, smooth, tangy, and appetizing.
Simply put, liangpi is a cold staple food made by steaming flour or rice flour into thin sheets, then mixing it with chili oil, vinegar, garlic water, and gluten, among other side dishes.
Restaurant Recommendations
Wei Family Liangpi
A leading brand of liangpi (cold skin noodles) in Xi'an, this 24-hour chain has branches throughout the city. The environment is clean and bright, and the service is standardized. Besides the traditional secret-recipe liangpi, they also offer various set meals (with burgers or rice), providing a wide range of choices.
Xue Changli Rice Noodles
The rice noodles are snow-white and paper-thin, with a soft yet chewy texture. The chili oil is fragrant and its red color is enticing. Paired with bean sprouts and diced celery, it's a refreshing and tangy dish.
Sheng Zhiwang Sesame Paste Liangpi Shop
His liangpi (cold skin noodles) are thicker and more chewy than regular liangpi. The seasoning is a rich mixture of sesame paste, chili oil, and vinegar, with a strong savory aroma and a full-bodied flavor.
