On Wed, 22 Aug 2007 13:32:13 -0700, Tippi > wrote:

>On Aug 8, 1:44 pm, blake murphy > wrote:
>
>> i've never heard of fen pi or la mian.
>
>Fen pi is a kind of "noodle" made with bean starch. It comes in a
>sheet or in strips, you soak it then cut it up. It is translucent when
>cooked, and usually served room temperature or cold, mixed with a
>dressing and other ingredients. Pictures here
>http://www.sc.xinhuanet.com/content/...nt_5111065.htm
>
kinda odd-looking.

>you see the package in the middle of the second photo.
>
>You probably know the Japanese version of "la mian" which is ramen.
>It's hand-pulled wheat noodles.

thanks, tippi.

your pal,
blake