It is said that "Jiangshui" is produced with the water collected from Crescent Moon Spring in Dunhuang and milk-like liquid extracted from wild plants. "Jiangshui" is cool and delicious, and brings a unique flavor to those who try them with noodles. That is how the special noodles got their name.

In addition, writings about "Jiangshui porridge" and "Jiangshui noddles" can be found in a document from the Dunhuang Collections on the dining habits of Pingkang Township. In ancient times, people from Dunhuang developed the tradition of enjoying their reputed "Jiangshui porridge". Therefore, Dunhuang-style "Jiangshui" has a history of over 1,200 years.

"Jiangshui noodles" has become a popular folk cuisine among the pubic in Dunhuang.