When Cixi ruled the Qing Dynasty, Li Hongzhang was basically responsible for the foreign affairs of the Qing Dynasty, so Li Hongzhang often needed to visit abroad. When he came to America, he was warmly welcomed by Americans. The local people in the United States rarely see such a big official in the Qing Dynasty. At that time, Li thought, since Americans are so hospitable, let Americans taste China cuisine and let them see China cuisine.
But what Li Hongzhang didn't expect was that there were so many people coming to dinner. It can be said that gongs and drums are noisy and people are crowded. Eating delicious food is not enough. What should so many people do? So Li Hongzhang ordered his entourage to stew all the leftovers together. A fragrant head is full of praise from foreigners. Li Hongzhang secretly wiped the cold sweat on his forehead, which perfectly avoided embarrassment.
This dish later became a famous dish. Because it was invented by Li Hongzhang, it was named Li Hongzhang's hodgepodge. This dish is very popular in Chinatown in America. With this dish, the catering industry in Chinatown is becoming more and more developed, and many people come for the name of Li Hongzhang. As a matter of fact, there is no uniform practice for Li Hongzao hodgepodge in restaurants. To put it bluntly, it is stew.
An important official in the Qing Dynasty was not only a diplomatic expert, but also a gourmet. I just don't know if Empress Dowager Cixi has eaten this famous dish. It is estimated that no one dares to let Empress Dowager Cixi eat it. After all, Empress Dowager Cixi simply disdained this stew.