The natural conditions of Shanxi Province provide wide culinary materials for Shanxi Cuisine. Its basic features are saltiness and deliciousness. Shanxi Cuisine has 25 cooking methods, the most distinct being frying, stir-frying, roasting, braising and steaming. Its traditional dishes include Sweet and Sour Fish, Boiled lamb and hot Candied Yam.
    Shanxi staples are especially noted for their great variety, various cooking methods and exquisite garnishes. The top three noodles of Shanxi are Stretched Noodles, Chopped noodles and Carved Noodles.