Lhasa’s delicious mutton

Lhasa’s mutton is very famous. With its unique taste and fat but not greasy texture, it has attracted many tourists and locals. The mutton here is rarely processed and is often grilled over charcoal fire or steamed with various spices, allowing people to feel the authentic deliciousness of the mutton. Whether it is hotpot mutton or mutton kebabs, they can all reflect the uniqueness of Lhasa mutton.

The mutton in Lhasa has different textures and flavors in different seasons. In summer, mutton is fragrant and refreshing, while in winter, it is more flavorful. Especially the mutton in Tibetan hot pot has a not greasy smell and a delicious taste. There is also a roasting method for local Tibetan mutton. It is slow-fried multiple times using a black earth stove to add flavor to the mutton and keep the meat fresh and tender. It is known as "fried mutton" and must be tasted.

In addition to traditional mutton dishes, Lhasa also has creative mutton dishes, such as braised lamb leg with pepper sauce, boiled mutton, sweet and spicy roast mutton, etc., which are all delicacies not to be missed. Whether it is porridge or side dishes or ordinary Sichuan cuisine, mutton is always an indispensable option. If you are a food lover, you must go to Lhasa to taste the delicious mutton here!