Cheung Fun (肠粉) are silky, delicate rice noodle rolls that are a staple in Cantonese dim sum. These smooth, wide rice noodles are rolled around fillings such as shrimp, beef, or BBQ pork, and served with a light soy-based sauce.

Cheung Fun is soft, slightly chewy, and subtly sweet, offering a delicate texture that pairs beautifully with savory or sweet sauces.

📝 Ingredients (Serves 2–3)

For the Rice Noodle Batter:

100g rice flour

20g tapioca starch

300ml water

½ tsp vegetable oil

Pinch of salt


Fillings (Optional):

100g shrimp, chopped

100g BBQ pork (char siu), diced

100g ground beef or pork

Optional: green onions or cilantro


Sauce:

3 tbsp light soy sauce

1 tsp sugar

1 tsp water

½ tsp sesame oil

🔥 Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Batter

In a bowl, combine rice flour, tapioca starch, salt, and water.

Stir until smooth and fully incorporated.

Add vegetable oil and mix well.

Step 2: Prepare the Sauce

In a small bowl, mix light soy sauce, sugar, water, and sesame oil until sugar dissolves.

Set aside.

Step 3: Steam the Rice Noodles

Lightly oil a flat, heatproof tray or shallow pan that fits inside a steamer.

Pour a thin layer of batter (~3–5mm thick).

Sprinkle desired fillings evenly on top.
Steam over boiling water for 2–3 minutes until the rice sheet is set and slightly translucent.

Step 4: Roll the Rice Noodles

Using a spatula, gently loosen the edges of the rice sheet.

Roll the sheet into a cylinder, enclosing the fillings.

Repeat with remaining batter and fillings.

Step 5: Serve

Place rice noodle rolls on a plate.

Drizzle with prepared soy sauce mixture.

Garnish with chopped green onions or cilantro if desired.

🌿 Tips & Variations

Batter Consistency: Should be thin but not watery; adjust water for a smooth texture.

Fillings: Shrimp, char siu, beef, or even vegetables work well.

Steaming: Ensure steamer is fully boiling for quick, even cooking.

Serving: Serve immediately for soft, tender texture; rice noodles can harden if left too long.

🍚 Serving & Experience

Cheung Fun is silky, soft, and slightly chewy, with a delicate rice flavor that complements the fillings. The savory soy-based sauce adds a subtle umami punch, making every bite light, comforting, and flavorful.

It’s a classic dim sum dish, perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dim sum meals, and showcases the delicate craftsmanship of Cantonese cuisine.