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.
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.
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.
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
Directions
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.
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.
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.