As the provincial capital of Qinghai, Xining has a very rich food culture. In addition to the famous Qinghai yak meat and Qinghai Lake carp, Xining's firecrackers are also a must-try delicacy to attract tourists. So are these firecrackers delicious?

Firecracker cake is one of the special snacks in Xining area. This kind of cake is baked in a very special way. The dough is stretched into a thin layer by hand, then fried in a pan, and finally filled with various side dishes. Although the outside dough is thin, it tastes very chewy. There is also a Xining snack called Paoban, which is also very popular among locals. The preparation of Paoban is similar to that of firecrackers, except that a cooked pancake is spread on top of the fried pie, which tastes quite good.

In general, the firecrackers in Xining are really delicious. Especially in the cold winter, tasting the hot cannon boards and firecrackers will warm your soul and stomach. If you travel to Xining, don’t forget to try these delicious local snacks.