Gansu can be said to be a province with diverse cultures. At the same time, Gansu is also a province with a large geographical span. Gansu cuisine is mainly based on pasta. There are various kinds of food available here, including the famous local delicacy Lanzhou noodles, Niangpi, Saozi noodles, hand-pulled mutton, and other delicious dishes that contribute to the unique flavor of Gansu.
Lanzhou Beef Noodles
The Lanzhou Beef Noodles
Lanzhou beef noodles are the most famous flavor snack and the most popular economic snack in Lanzhou and are known as the McDonald's of Lanzhou by locals. Lanzhou beef noodles originated in the reign of Guangxu and were pioneered by Ma Baozi, an old man of the Hui nationality. Beef noodles are famous at home and abroad for their tender meat soup and fine noodle quality. Noodles are hand-pulled on the spot, a bowl of noodles can be done in less than two minutes and then poured with beef noodle soup, white radish slices, mixed with red pepper oil, green garlic seedlings, and coriander. So far, it can be eaten not only locally in Lanzhou, but also in other cities in China, and even across more than 50 countries and regions in the world, with more than 50,000 noodle restaurants. Lanzhou beef noodles are not only delicious but also nutritious.
Reference Price: 1.3$- 1.5$
Niang Pizi
The Niang Pizi
Niang pizi is a kind of cold food made of flour, which is one of the specialties of Lanzhou. To make Niang pizi, mix high-quality flour into the dough, add water to knead the dough, and continuously knead it with your hands. Pour the washed dough into a “stuffed basket,” push it evenly, steam it on the pot for 3 to 4 minutes, remove it, cut it into strips, dip it in mustard, garlic, sesame paste, and other seasonings, taste hot and sour and refreshing. You can taste this cold food on the streets of Lanzhou, especially in the hot summer weather is very popular.
Reference Price: 1$-1.3$
Jiangshui
The Jiangshui Noodle
Jiangshui can be used to make cool drinks but can be cooked noodles when inside, coupled with scallion and coriander seasoning. It is also popular. Therefore, people in Lanzhou, Dingxi, Tianshui, Linxia and other places like to eat Water slurry. In the hot summer, drink a bowl of Jiangshui, or eat a bowl of Jiangshui noodles, feels cool and refreshing, relieves fatigue, and restores physical strength. Jiangshui is also effective for some diseases. Some hypertensive patients often eat a little celery pulp water, which can play a role in reducing and stabilizing blood pressure. It is said that for some diseases of the gastrointestinal and urinary systems, pulp water also has an effect. Some hospitals have used pulp and water with drugs to treat burn patients.
Reference Price: 1.3$-2.0$
Saozi Noodle
The Saozi Noodle
Saozi noodle is another famous traditional noodle in Gansu Province. It is said that it evolved from the “longevity noodles” in the Tang Dynasty, and became a good treat for old people’s birthdays, children's birthdays, and other festivals, with the meaning of “happiness and longevity”. Be very careful when you cook the noodles: first use mutton, yellow flowers, wood ear, egg, tofu, garlic, and various spices to make Saozi; Then use alkali water and noodles, knead repeatedly, roll out evenly thick dough, cut with a kitchen knife, and cook in the pot. When eating, first scoop noodles, then scoop Saozi. The soup is less than noodles, the Saozi is fresh, the soup is sour and spicy, the noodles are slender, the tendons are tough and refreshing, and it has become a delicious food suitable for the old and the young.
Reference Price: 1.4$ - 2$
Hand-grab Mutton
The Hand-grab Mutton
Hand-grab mutton is one of the special cuisines in Gansu province, which is most famous in Dongxiang County of Linxia. It has a history of hundreds of years of production and belongs to halal food. Hand-grabbed mutton is a kind of delicacy in which the cooked mutton is chopped into small pieces and put on the table in different parts. It is loved by people for its unique production process and delicious taste. The way of eating hand-grabbed mutton is flexible and diverse and can be put in a hot pot, barbecue, or soup. The way of eating is related to local culture but also reflects the spirit of the Gansu people's love for food and pursuit of unique tastes. Hand-held mutton is also popular among Kazakhs, Uyghur, and other ethnic groups in Xinjiang.
Reference Price: 6.4$/One kilogram
Tianshui Guagua
The Tianshui Guagua
Tianshui Cuagua is the most representative traditional snack in Tianshui, Gansu Province, known as “the first food in Qinzhou”, with a history of 2000 years. It is made of buckwheat, raw materials are buckwheat Gua, ice bean Gua, pea Gua, and flour Gua. Tianshui Guagua unique way to eat, taking quaikua into small pieces, and then with chili oil, sesame oil, mustard, soy sauce, salt, vinegar, garlic, and other spices can be. Tianshui Guagua is characterized by the selection of raw materials and the production process. It is not only delicious but also nutritious, has local characteristics, and can inherit the history and culture of Gansu.
Reference Price: 1.3$
Pita Bread Soaked in Lamb Soup
The Pita Bread Soaked in Lamn Soup
The soup is the most important, the bone broth and broth are cooked separately, the meat is marinated for 20 hours, and then cooked for 8-12 hours. The “Tuotuo Mo” cooked with meat is crisp and sweet, and will not be scattered in the soup. Before eating, you must break the “Tuotuo” into pieces. Break the bun as small as possible, this is to add flavor to the food, and then cook by the chef.
Reference Price: 3.1$- 3.8$
