Shaoxing is located in the north-central part of Zhejiang. It is a beautiful city with mountains and rivers. You can see mountains and water. It has the beauty of Jiangnan water towns, as well as ancient history and culture. It reveals the temperament and charm of culture from its bones. Shaoxing is one of the birthplaces of Zhejiang cuisine, one of the eight major cuisines in China. Its cooking has a long history and unique flavor.
1. Shaoxing Stinky Tofu 绍兴臭豆腐
Stinky tofu is a famous dish in Shaoxing, Zhejiang. It has dominated the snack world for many years. The fried tofu is golden and crispy on the outside, hot and juicy on the inside, and has a wonderful smell. Dip it with sweet and spicy sauce and eat it, it is really burnt on the outside. Tender, the taste is smooth and tender, and it also has the aroma of sauce, crispy and delicious, and has a good layering.
2. Braised Pork With Dried Plums And Vegetables 梅干菜焖肉
Braised pork with dried plums and vegetables is a very representative Shaoxing dish. The dried plums look black and shiny, and absorb the oil of the pork belly. The pork belly looks oily and shiny, and the gravy also has the unique fragrance of dried plums. Eating fresh, fragrant and oily, crispy and not greasy, it is also a favorite meal of Shaoxing people.
3. Chicken in Clear Soup 清汤越鸡
Yue chicken in clear soup is a famous traditional flavor dish in Shaoxing, Zhejiang Province. It has been handed down for thousands of years. It is mainly stewed with Shaoxing’s specialty Yue chicken. The stewed chicken is tender and tender. Crispy, this dish is also known as the “queen of dishes” in Shaoxing.
4. Shaoxing Drunken Chicken 绍兴醉鸡
Shaoxing Drunken Chicken is an indispensable dish when locals entertain guests. It is mainly a delicacy made by soaking Yue chicken in Huadiao wine. , the taste is intoxicating.
5. Shao Sanxian 绍三鲜
Shaoxing Sanxian is a famous dish in Shaoxing, Zhejiang Province, with a history of at least 800 years. The ingredients used in it are quite rich, including meatballs, black fungus, wild rice, river prawns, mushrooms, quail eggs, meat skin and other ingredients. The delicious broth gives people a sense of satisfaction visually. In terms of taste, the meatballs are fresh and tender, the skin is soft, the fragrance is smooth, and it is very layered.
6. Fennel Beans 茴香豆
Fennel bean is a famous food in Shaoxing, Zhejiang Province. In Mr. Lu Xun’s famous novel “Kong Yiji”, the delicacy of fennel bean was mentioned. , the chewing is full of saliva, and the more you chew, the more flavorful it is, which is very suitable as a snack.
7. Moldy Amaranth Stems 霉苋菜梗
Mildew amaranth stalk is a traditional famous dish in the Ningshao Plain area of Zhejiang Province. This dish looks green in color, but smells a strange smell and aroma, but it is fragrant and tender, delicious and delicious. It is a very good meal. vegetable.
8. Moldy Thousand Sheets 霉千张
Mould Qian Zhang is a special product in Songxia Town, Shaoxing City, Zhejiang Province. It is famous for its unique flavor. The most important feature of this type of Qian Zhang is a musty smell. It may be a little uncomfortable at first taste. You will feel the crispy and delicious, soft and salty taste, which is really addicting.