Special Snacks in Anshun

Tunpu Soup-Stuffed Pig’s Trotters

Tunpu soup-stuffed pig’s trotters are a renowned intangible cultural heritage dish from the Tunpu villages. As part of Tunpu cuisine, this delicacy has gained popularity in both Anshun city and the surrounding Tunpu villages. The preparation process involves multiple steps of dehydration and deep-frying to remove excess fat, allowing the trotters to be stored for extended periods. When ready for consumption, soaking them in high-quality broth helps them absorb rich flavors. After the fat has been removed, the trotters are rich yet not greasy, melting in the mouth with a fragrant aftertaste. In March 2022, this dish was recognized as a representative intangible cultural heritage in Xixiu District. Today, there are various flavors of soup-stuffed pig’s trotters, including green pepper, Sichuan pepper, sour soup, and clear broth. Diners can choose the soup base to suit their preferences, and the dish is best enjoyed with deep-fried pig's tendon. The trotters are tender yet refreshing, while the tendon is chewy, creating a perfect pairing.

Huohua Soybean Chicken

Originating from Huohua, a town in Ziyun, Huohua Soybean Chicken has a flavor that cannot be replicated elsewhere in Ziyun—much like how Moutai can only be produced in its hometown. The Yu family’s Horse Bean Chicken has been a local staple for over a decade, with its sour and spicy taste evoking strong feelings of nostalgia for those who have moved away.

Duanqiao Green Pepper Fish

Lu Lin, the founder of Guanling Duanqiao Green Pepper Fish Hot Pot Restaurant, began his culinary journey in the 1990s. By 2004, he specialized in green pepper fish, and by 2009, the restaurant’s trademark was officially registered. The dish features carefully selected river fish, paired with local green peppers, tomatoes, Bangui Chinese prickly ash, and other fresh ingredients. The fish is tender yet firm, and the dish is spicy, savory, and appetite-stimulating, with significant health benefits.

Yaopu Tripe Hot Pot

The authentic "No. 78 Yaopu Tripe Hot Pot" has become a beloved dish in Anshun, thanks to the use of fresh tripe from the local cattle slaughter market and skilled cooking techniques. The original restaurant in Yaopu, along with its branches in nearby cities, is popular among locals and tourists alike. It has been featured in local media and won several accolades, including the “Silver Award for Hot Pot” at the 2006 Anshun Commercial City Cup Cooking Skills Competition. In 2021, it was highlighted in the CCTV2 travel food special "China Night Market Guide: Anshun, Guizhou."

Liu Laoshi Hot Pot

Liu Laoshi Hot Pot began as a small roadside stall near Anshun’s Fenglei Machinery Factory in 2002. By 2007, it had officially established its brand. The owner has always maintained strict standards for hygiene, quality, pricing, and customer service, earning the trust of the local community. Specializing in fish hot pot, the dish is accompanied by various side dishes. The fish is sliced thin, cooked quickly in the pot, and when dipped in the special sauce, offers an incredibly fresh and crispy taste.

Duoduo Fen

In Anshun dialect, “duo” means “fork,” and the name "Duoduo Fen" refers to both the action of dipping the jelly into the soup with a fork and the friendly competition for food among diners at the table. This unique snack, similar to hot pot, involves adding favorite side dishes to a pot of prepared soup. Long Laotai’s Duoduo Fen has evolved over time, moving from simple beginnings to a dish now eaten with chopsticks, and is often paired with a special rose syrup drink. Especially in the summer, the iced rose water offers a refreshing contrast to the spiciness.

Red Armband Barbecue

The Red Armband Barbecue originated in Gufu Street, where the owner, Lao Zhang, wearing a red armband, would grill skewers while inviting customers to taste his food. Known for its tender meat and distinctive flavor, the barbecue quickly gained popularity through word of mouth. Despite the long lines, Lao Zhang remains enthusiastic and continues to ensure the quality of his ingredients, earning public praise.

Tofu Balls

As the name suggests, tofu balls are primarily made from tofu, cooked until crispy on the outside while remaining tender on the inside. They are slightly hollow and retain the natural flavor of tofu even after being dipped in sauce. Zuo’s Tofu Balls, a local favorite, are golden and hollow, and when filled with spicy sauce, they offer a delicious and addictive taste. Founded by Ms. Zuo Guihua, this shop has been serving these treats for over 30 years.

Ice Slurry

Ice slurry is a refreshing summer dessert made by mixing ice cubes, sugar, fresh fruits, glutinous rice, and other ingredients in an ice slurry machine. It’s a cold, sweet treat perfect for hot days. Xiao Shu’s Ice Slurry is Anshun’s equivalent of "Starbucks Frappuccino," and during the summer, it's a must-try. The shop not only focuses on production techniques but also offers a variety of flavors, adding ingredients like black and white glutinous rice, chocolate, matcha, and brown sugar rose jam to create a special ice slurry.

Chongchong Cake

Also known as Songgao Bofen, Chongchong Cake is a simple dessert made from ground rice steamed into a mold. After being mixed with boiling water to form a paste, it’s combined with sesame seeds, peanuts, walnuts, melon seeds, white sugar, and rose sugar. At Ye's Dessert Shop, this cake has evolved from its original plain white form into a colorful and visually appealing treat. Soft, sticky, and sweet, it’s popular among locals and enhances the dining experience with its delightful flavor and appearance.

Anshun Wrapped Rolls

Anshun Wrapped Rolls, also known as Yangwu Wrapped Rolls, feature a rice skin wrapper filled with a variety of vegetables and a secret sauce. The wrapper is white, spicy, refreshing, and appetizing. While most wrapped rolls are prepared similarly, the sauce in "Big Mouth Wrapped Rolls" is one of a kind. With each bite, you're hit with a rich chili sauce, and as you chew, you'll also taste the fragrance of fresh meat and experience a chewy texture. The flavor is absolutely delightful.

Braised Rice Noodles

The key to spiced rice noodles lies in the mysterious brine. This brine is carefully prepared with a blend of traditional Chinese herbs, giving it a powerful, aromatic flavor. Anshun's spiced rice noodles stand out for their intense sour and spicy taste, paired with a rich fragrance. The noodles have a smooth texture that leaves your mouth watering and the flavor lingering long after you’ve eaten. Zhao's Spiced Rice Noodles, founded in 1992, has been a beloved local institution for 29 years. Zhao Yuping, the founder, oversees the preparation of the brine, which she believes is essential to the noodles' deliciousness. Fresh pork bones are simmered for over an hour to create the base of the brine. Once it's ready, a variety of ingredients like rice noodles, sweet potato noodles, rice vermicelli, ham, eggs, tofu, pork skin, and kelp are added, and you can customize your bowl to suit your tastes. The price varies depending on your choices, but the result is a bowl of mouth-watering spiced rice noodles.

Guailu Fried Rice

"Guailu" gets its name from the diverse seasonings used, offering a perfect balance of spicy, sour, and salty flavors. Anshun's Laoqi Guailu Fried Rice has been a local favorite for over 20 years and is a registered trademark. Laoqi's version contains cured meat, local pickles, eggs, potatoes, and more. The flavor is a delightful mix of spice, sourness, and meaty goodness. Its distinctively fried taste has made it extremely popular in Anshun.

Casserole Rice

Casserole rice is a beloved local dish from the Tujia ethnic region. With its unique style, well-balanced sweet and salty taste, and affordable price, it has become a favorite of many. Cheng Laoliu Casserole Rice, founded by Li Weijuan's mother (the "sixth" generation in her family), is a hidden gem. The aroma of the rice fills the air from a distance, and the rice in the casserole is perfectly cooked, absorbing all the flavors from the ingredients. The crispy bottom layer of rice gives it a satisfying texture, and on cold winter days, a warm bowl of casserole rice is pure comfort.

Scissor-Cut Rice Noodles

Scissor-cut rice noodles are a signature green snack from Anshun. With a unique combination of sour, spicy, and soft textures, these noodles have remained a beloved staple in the local snack scene. Wang Xiaofang’s Plain Scissor-Cut Rice Noodles are handmade with no additives, making them a truly pure green dish. With a special flavor that has been cherished by the people of Zhenning for 28 years, these noodles have earned a strong reputation.

Small-Pot Rice Jelly

Small-Pot Rice Jelly is a distinctive and delicious Anshun specialty. It is made from chewy, soft rice jelly and is served with sides like tofu skin, sweet potato noodles, potatoes, and minced meat in a rich broth that’s boiled until fragrant. Pimin’s Small-Pot Rice Jelly is made using a secret family recipe. In a small casserole, rice jelly, sweet potato noodles, potatoes, ham, coriander, pickled radish, minced meat, tofu skin, celery, soybeans, and more are added, along with two spoons of secret bean soup, then boiled until ready. With a 40-year history in the area, Pimin's Small-Pot Rice Jelly is a beloved local treat.

Flaky-Crust Steamed Buns

Flaky-crust steamed buns are a traditional pastry snack. The dough is made from low-gluten flour, fermented fully, then combined with alkaline water and high-quality lard to create layers of flaky goodness. These buns are rich in protein and vitamins, making them nutritious and suitable for all ages. Duan’s Buns, founded by Ding Youzhen in the early 1980s, has been a staple in Anshun for over 30 years. The flaky layers of the bun skin are the star of Duan’s steamed buns, and the lard-filled bun, with its sweet, soft, and not-too-greasy filling, is especially popular.

Fried Egg Cakes

Fried egg cakes are a special Anshun snack, made with a batter of ground rice and soybeans as the skin, and minced meat as the filling, then deep-fried to perfection. The result is a crispy outer layer with a soft, flavorful interior. Chen's Snacks, established in 1986, has been serving these delicious treats for 35 years. Unlike traditional egg cake pastries, these fried egg cakes were developed independently as part of the local food culture. They’re crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, with a savory filling of minced meat. A perfect breakfast combo for many is two fried egg cakes paired with a bowl of soy milk.