Crossing the Bridge Noodles (Guo Qiao Mi Xian)

Guo Qiao Mi Xian, known in the West as Crossing the Bridge Noodles, is a beloved dish from China celebrated for its interactive serving tradition and rich, flavorful chicken or bone broth. Each bowl is a personalized feast accompanied by delicate rice noodles and a variety of fresh toppings, such as thinly sliced meats, crisp vegetables, and fragrant herbs. Perfect for food enthusiasts and adventurous cooks, our recipe offers an immersive experience of Yunnan’s storied cuisine, promising a deliciously satisfying meal with every spoonful.

AuthorSusan LeeCategory, , DifficultyIntermediate

Yields2 Servings

For the Broth:
 8 cups chicken or bone broth
 2 slices of ginger
 2 cloves of garlic, smashed
 2 green onions, cut into thirds
 Salt to taste
For the Toppings:
 200g thin rice noodles
 100g chicken breast, thinly sliced
 100g raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
 2 quails' eggs or 1 regular egg, beaten
 50g bean sprouts
 50g Chinese chives, chopped
 A handful of coriander leaves
 A small bunch of spinach or bok choy, blanched

1

Prepare the Broth:

In a large pot, combine the chicken or bone broth, ginger, garlic, and green onions. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 20-30 minutes to infuse the flavors. Season with salt to taste.

2

Prepare the Toppings:

Cook the rice noodles according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
Arrange the chicken, shrimp, eggs, bean sprouts, chives, coriander, and spinach or bok choy in separate dishes.

3

Assemble the Dish:

In a serving bowl, place the cooked noodles first. When ready to serve, pour the hot broth over the noodles, and let diners add their toppings to the bowl, cooking the meat and shrimp in the hot broth.

Ingredients

For the Broth:
 8 cups chicken or bone broth
 2 slices of ginger
 2 cloves of garlic, smashed
 2 green onions, cut into thirds
 Salt to taste
For the Toppings:
 200g thin rice noodles
 100g chicken breast, thinly sliced
 100g raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
 2 quails' eggs or 1 regular egg, beaten
 50g bean sprouts
 50g Chinese chives, chopped
 A handful of coriander leaves
 A small bunch of spinach or bok choy, blanched

Directions

1

Prepare the Broth:

In a large pot, combine the chicken or bone broth, ginger, garlic, and green onions. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 20-30 minutes to infuse the flavors. Season with salt to taste.

2

Prepare the Toppings:

Cook the rice noodles according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
Arrange the chicken, shrimp, eggs, bean sprouts, chives, coriander, and spinach or bok choy in separate dishes.

3

Assemble the Dish:

In a serving bowl, place the cooked noodles first. When ready to serve, pour the hot broth over the noodles, and let diners add their toppings to the bowl, cooking the meat and shrimp in the hot broth.

Crossing the Bridge Noodles (Guo Qiao Mi Xian)
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