{"product_id":"xian-famous-foods-the-cuisine-of-western-china-from-new-yorks-favorite-noodle-shop","title":"Xi'an Famous Foods: The Cuisine of Western China, from New York's Favorite Noodle Shop","description":"The must-have cookbook from the iconic restaurant, revealing never-before-published recipes.\n“Vibrant photography . . . as satisfying to flip through as it is to cook from.” ―New York Times\n“For any cook or foodie, having access to these recipes is almost unfair.” ―Richard Blais, winner, Top Chef All-Stars\n“A cultural chronicle of both cuisine and the immigrant experience in America.” ―Vogue\nFrom a six-seat stall to a global culinary phenomenon, Xi'an Famous Foods has brought the complex, explosive flavors of Xi'an, China, and the province of Shaanxi to the New York City spotlight―and now to your kitchen.\nThe foods of Xi'an, the ancient capital of China and the eastern starting point of the Silk Road, are defined by a unique blend of Middle Eastern and Chinese flavors. Think hand-ripped, chewy biang-biang noodles, cumin-laced lamb, fiery chili oil, and savory rougamo (Chinese burgers).\nIn this long-awaited debut cookbook, founder Jason Wang and his father, David Shi, share their family's story of immigrant success and the recipes that built their culinary empire. This book dives into the region's culinary history alongside 75 recipes for signature dishes, including: The iconic Spicy Cumin Lamb Hand-Ripped Noodles The fragrant, peppery Spicy and Sour Lamb Soup Crispy, savory Stuffed Flatbreads (Roujiamo) Simple, foundational recipes for making their essential chili oil, versatile broths, and, of course, their perfect hand-ripped noodles from scratch.\n\nThis is more than a cookbook; it's a celebration of family, the Silk Road's culinary heritage, and the determination required to build a taste of home in a new world. Transport yourself to the busy streets of Xi'an with every flavorful bite.\nWang writes in his introduction: “Here it is, the never-been-told version of how the XFF empire came to be―the random weird pit stops along the way; the family drama behind the scenes; the labor hidden in the secret recipes, and, yes, some really f*cking good spicy cumin lamb.”\nThis unique, extraordinary cookbook helps home cooks make the dishes that fans of Xi’an Famous Foods line up for while also exploring the vibrant cuisine and culture of Xi’an. Transporting readers to the streets of Xi’an and the kitchens of New York’s Chinatown, Xi’an Famous Foods is the cookbook that fans of Xi’an Famous Foods have been waiting for and makes a perfect gift.\u003cbr\u003eASIN: 1419747525\u003cbr\u003eVSKU: DBV.1419747525.VG\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Very Good\u003cbr\u003eAuthor\/Artist:Wang, Jason|Chou, Jessica|Huang, Jenny\u003cbr\u003eBinding: Hardcover\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e Any images shown are stock photographs and product may differ from what is shown.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition Notes\u003c\/b\u003e: Pages are clean with no markings. May show minor signs of wear or cosmetic defects  marks, cuts, bends, or scuffs  on the cover, spine, pages, or dust jacket. May have remainder marks on edges.  \u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Dream Books Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41662753407034,"sku":"DBV.1419747525.VG","price":9.29,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/6011\/0138\/files\/1419747525-0.jpg?v=1789784788","url":"https:\/\/shop.dreambooksco.com\/products\/xian-famous-foods-the-cuisine-of-western-china-from-new-yorks-favorite-noodle-shop","provider":"Dream Books Co.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}