Watch This | Knife-cut noodles: Traditional Shanxi cuisine

Knife-cut noodles are a type of noodle in the cuisine of Shanxi, China.

Noodles have been eaten in the Central Plains of China since ancient times. Unlike some noodles in the south, the noodles in Shanxi and other regions nearby are thicker and broader in shape. At the same time, the taste of knife-cut noodles is relatively more intense, making it a bit challenging for those who like to eat lighter meals.

The traditional “noodle sharpening knife” is a wide metal blade that is raised at both ends and can sharpen the noodle like a pencil directly into a pot full of boiling water.

In this way, the noodles can have a triangular cross-section with a wide center and pointed ends. When cooked, the noodles are usually soaked in cold water to make them more al dente.