1. Donkey Rolling
Donkey Rolling is yellow rice dough rolled into bean paste. However, after rolling it, roll it over the soybean noodles so that the surface is covered with a layer of soybean noodles to avoid The evaporation of water causes dryness and cracking, which affects the taste. The humorous Beijingers named it donkey rolling. Donkey Rolling has a soft and glutinous texture and is not sticky to the teeth. It is very popular in old Beijing.
2. Stewed and cooked with fire
Stewed and cooked with fire is a pure thing of old Beijing. It is native to Beijing and is more pure than Peking Opera. It is said that during the Guangxu period, Su Zao Pork cooked with pork belly was expensive, so people used pork head meat and pig offal instead. After being spread by folk cooking experts, over time, braised and cooked pork was created. There are probably not many authentic Beijingers who don’t like braised and fired dishes.
3. Paodu
Some people say that people who don’t eat Paodu are not Beijingers, and people who eat Paodu are not necessarily authentic Beijingers. Just because the new generation doesn't care where they are from, as long as it's delicious, they will "gather friends and swarm over it." Therefore, more and more people like to eat to fill their stomachs.
4. Old Beijing Zhajiang Noodles
Zhajiang Noodles are a unique food in Beijing. They are made of vegetables and noodles mixed with fried sauce. Old Beijing Zhajiang Noodles, Haiwanju, and Yiwanju all have relatively authentic Zhajiang Noodles.
5. The burning of 衡袢
When it comes to the burning of 衡袢, no one in "Old Beijing" does not know about it. It not only has a long history, but also has a unique flavor. It is one of the traditional delicacies of old Beijing. "Huoshao" is famous for its thin skin, big stuffing, charred outside and tender inside, and delicious taste. After being made, it resembles the "huoshao" that people used to carry their belongings on their belts in the old days, hence the name, which means making a fortune.
6. Qingfeng Baozi
Qingfeng Baozi Shop was founded in 1948. Qingfeng Baozi Shop is the most famous bun shop in Beijing. It has a long history and the buns are of course big. Lots of fillings and extremely delicious.
7. Old Beijing shabu-shabu
Old Beijing shabu-shabu is also called "mutton shabu-shabu". Old Beijing shabu-shabu is simple to make and has a good taste.
The order of eating is very particular: 1. Rinse the tripe first; 2. Rinse the meat next; 3. Add the third dish; 4. Finally cook the noodles
8. Peking duck
Peking roast duck is not made from ordinary roast duck. According to legend, it is made from Beijing's very precious duck and roasted with fruit wood. Because of its red color, tender meat, mellow taste, fat but not greasy, it is known as "the world's delicacy" and is well-known at home and abroad. Beijing roast duck is not only a delicacy, but also a culture, representing Beijing’s unique culture