Ô-á mī-sòa

An authentic Taiwanese noodle dish called ô-á mī-sòa combines thin misua noodles with oysters in a thickened, savory soup. This noodle specialty typically consists of red misua noodles cooked in a broth, seasoned with minced garlic, bonito flakes, ginger, rice wine, oyster sauce, basil leaves, and cornstarch for thickening. It is usually consumed hot, accompanied by blanched oysters and (optionally) braised pork intestines. Packed with flavors and garnished with chopped spring onions or fresh cilantro leaves, this noodle dish is usually laced with black rice vinegar, soy sauce, and chili sauce. Oyster vermicelli is a very common street snack sold at Taiwanese night markets.