Jinan is the capital city of Shandong Province and one of China's famous historical and cultural cities.

There are many delicious foods in this city, and the special snacks are even more mouth-watering.

These snacks not only have a unique taste, but are also affordable. They are must-try delicacies for many tourists coming to Jinan.

Below I will introduce you to some of Jinan’s special snacks.

1. Doupi Doupi is a traditional Jinan snack made from mung bean noodles.

First, mix the mung bean noodles and water, stir evenly, pour it into the pan, and fry until both sides are golden brown.

The tofu skin is soft and delicious, and can be eaten with various vegetables and condiments.

2. Youdunzi Youdunzi is a traditional pastry in Jinan. The raw materials are glutinous rice flour and sesame.

Mix glutinous rice flour and sesame seeds, add appropriate amount of water and stir into batter, then fry in oil pan until golden brown.

Youdunzi has a crispy texture, soft interior and sweet taste.

3. Pancakes and fruits Pancakes and fruits are a popular snack across the country, but Jinan’s pancakes and fruits have a unique flavor.

The dough for making pancakes requires mung bean noodles. The dough is fried with egg liquid, dried tofu, fried dough sticks and other ingredients, and then added with sweet bean sauce, chili sauce and other seasonings to give it a delicious taste.

4. Horseshoe cake Horseshoe cake is a traditional pastry in Jinan. The raw materials are glutinous rice flour and water chestnuts.

Mix the glutinous rice flour and water chestnuts, add an appropriate amount of water and stir into a batter, then put it into a steamer and steam until cooked.

Water chestnut cake has a soft texture and fragrant taste. It is a healthy and delicious snack.

5. Scallion pancakes Scallion pancakes are a popular snack across the country, but Jinan’s scallion pancakes also have a unique flavor.

To make the dough of scallion pancakes, you need to use flour, yeast, salt and other ingredients. Roll the dough into thin slices, coat with scallion oil, roll it into a round shape, and fry it in a pan.

The scallion pancakes are crispy and spicy.

The above are some special snacks in Jinan. Each snack has its own unique production method and flavor, which makes people salivate.

If you come to Jinan, you might as well try these snacks and taste Jinan’s food culture.