Sesame Noodles (麻醬麵)

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麻醬麵Sesame Noodles

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Also called sesame paste noodles · Taiwanese sesame noodles · dry noodles

Find Sesame Noodles near me

Opens Google Maps with the Chinese name “麻醬麵”, so you also find the local shops an English search misses

What is Sesame Noodles?

Wheat noodles tossed in a rich sesame paste sauce with soy sauce, vinegar, garlic and a little chili, topped with cucumber or green onion. Nutty and satisfying, served warm or cold.

What does it taste like?

  • Rich sesame
  • Nutty
  • Tangy and garlicky
  • Spicy (optional)

How much does it cost?

NT$50–80 per bowl

Where to eat it in Taiwan

Noodle shops and breakfast shops everywhere. The cold version (涼麵) is popular in summer.

How to find it near you

Tap “Find Sesame Noodles near me” above — it searches by the Chinese name “麻醬麵”, so you see real local shops, not only places with English menus. At the shop, show the Chinese name or say “má jiàng miàn”.