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Why is Yangzhou’s “Lion Head” so famous?

Yangzhou lion head is a classic traditional dish in Yangzhou, Jiangsu, and belongs to Huaiyang cuisine.

The taste is soft, fat but not greasy, and rich in nutrients.

Braised in braised or steamed, it is a popular dish.

"Lion's Head" has been famous for thousands of years. Its success lies in maintaining the basic style of traditional cooking methods while adapting to seasonal changes.

In terms of different consumption and respect for beliefs, the ingredients used vary from time to time and are full of changes, becoming a series of delicacies.

The most well-known of Yang's dishes is the "lion head".

Meatballs made from pork are famous for being large, round, tender and fresh, and are suitable for both refined and popular tastes, including women and children.

Mr. Tang Keming, the imperial chef of the last emperor, believed that it was listed as one of the four famous dishes in Yangzhou in the Sui Dynasty. It was called Sunflower Chopped Pork at that time.

Yang Wanli, a great poet of the Song Dynasty, said in a poem: "If you pair one beak with two claws, there really is a Yangzhou goose in the world." Although he cannot refer to this dish exactly, it is certain that he made a vivid impression after tasting dishes such as lion's head.

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