Lai fun

Lai fun is a traditional type of noodle originating from Guangdong and the Pearl River Delta region. The noodles are thick and short, similar to silver needle noodles. It's easy to distinguish one from another – lai fun are cut straight down, as opposed to silver needle noodles that have a tapering tail that looks similar to a rat tail.

Lai fun noodles are usually made with a combination of rice flour and tapioca starch. They're often served with vegetables and sliced meat, or used in broths and salads. Sometimes, lai fun is even stir-fried with other ingredients.