When it comes to Tianjin's famous dishes, we can't help but mention the "eight bowls" of Tianjin cuisine. This is a series of traditional dishes with auspicious meanings and exquisite materials, which are highly respected in festive occasions such as weddings, funerals and weddings. These "eight bowls" include:
Bergamot means stir-fried shrimp, good luck.
Yuanbao meat, golden crispy braised pork, looks like Yuanbao.
Lion's head means big meatballs, happy reunion.
Four happy party balls, an egg ball symbolizing happiness and longevity.
Braised elbow, fat but not greasy, soft and mellow.
Braised shark's fin in yellow sauce is delicious.
Braised shark's fin is thick, delicious and nutritious.
Stewed sea cucumber, full of collagen, q-elastic taste.
In addition to the "eight bowls", there are many famous specialties in Tianjin. For example:
Pot stickers: fried golden and crisp, and the juice burst.
Pancake fruit: crisp, with grates, crisp and delicious.
18th Street Twist: crispy outside and tender inside, sweet and delicious.
Refreshing: hot and sour appetizer, crisp and delicious.
Huangqiao sesame seed cake: crisp and tender, with delicious stuffing.
Jinmen Haihe carp: steamed or braised, fresh and delicious.
Roasted mutton: fat but not greasy, delicious and juicy.
Shawo duck eggs: Shawo eggs are tender and smooth with delicate yolk.
These famous Tianjin dishes are not only delicious, but also contain Tianjin's profound cultural heritage. While tasting these delicious foods, you might as well explore the story behind it and learn about Tianjin's unique food culture.