[ThumbsUp] Shanxi Datong's cuisine is famous for its unique flavor and rich variety. Here are some must-try Datong specialties:
[ThumbsUp] Sheep offal soup: It is one of the local traditional delicacies. The history of local people eating sheep offal soup can be traced back to the Spring and Autumn Period and the Warring States Period. The method of Yanggao sheep offal soup is to wash the sheep's head, sheep's feet, sheep's heart, sheep's liver, sheep's lungs, sheep's intestines and sheep's blood, cook and chop them, and then add onions, garlic, ginger, peppers, salt and other seasonings to make soup, and then add local specialty yam vermicelli to the mutton offal soup. Its characteristics are that the vermicelli tastes chewy and trembling, and the sheep offal tastes spicy and fragrant, which is very delicious.
[ThumbsUp] Min Bagu'er: It is made by mixing mashed potatoes and oatmeal with water. When eating, according to personal preference, add salt, chopped green onions, peppers, coriander, or dip it in sour pickles. It tastes smooth and delicious.
[ThumbsUp] Sour Soup Lamb: It is a local traditional delicacy. Datong is rich in lamb, and the lamb here is famous throughout the country for its fragrant taste, tender meat, fresh quality and beautiful appearance. This soup dish is made of Datong's local lamb and sauerkraut, which is very distinctive.
[ThumbsUp] Grilled Lamb Chops: It is another special delicacy in Datong. The unique grilling technique makes the meat tender and juicy, and the aroma is fragrant. It is a good choice for drinking.
[ThumbsUp] Fried Cake: It is a traditional snack in Datong. It is crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, and it is full of fragrance. It is very enjoyable to eat.
[ThumbsUp] Glass Dumplings: It is a special pasta in Datong, famous for its unique production process and taste.
[ThumbsUp] Lingqiu Smoked Chicken: It is a traditional delicacy in Datong, popular for its unique smoking process and delicious taste.
[ThumbsUp]Datong Sliced Noodles: It is a traditional local delicacy. The noodles are wide and thin, with a smooth texture. It is delicious when paired with rich beef or mutton soup.
[ThumbsUp]Lao Chen Crispy Rice Cake: It is a specialty snack in Datong City. It is made of wheat flour and is sweet and delicious. It is one of the favorite snacks of locals.
[ThumbsUp]Datong Shaobing: The crust is golden and crispy, the filling is tender and delicious, and the taste is unique. It is one of the traditional delicacies loved by Datong citizens and tourists.
[ThumbsUp]Braised Vegetable Platter: It is made of various meats and vegetables, and is stewed. It is delicious, with good color, aroma and taste. It is a delicacy deeply loved by locals.
[ThumbsUp]Datong Shabu-shabu Lamb: It is made of high-quality mutton slices, which are tender and nutritious. It is one of the first choices for Datong citizens when they have dinner together.
[Heart][Heart][Heart][Heart][Heart]When tasting these delicacies, you may wish to try to combine the eating habits of local people to get a more complete cultural experience.