At the table
Use a spoon to take peanuts and broth together. In Taiwan, some people pair it with youtiao or a puffed pastry; those are separate accompaniments.
Contains peanuts. Check additions and pastries separately; a pale broth does not by itself mean milk is added.
請問有加蛋或牛奶嗎？ — Does it contain egg or milk?
GET TO KNOW THE DISH
What goes into it?
Explore some key ingredients below. Preparations may use additional seasonings and ingredients.
Sugar and additions vary. This plain bowl has no egg or milk; other versions and accompanying pastries may contain them.
In some versions
Recipes vary by restaurant.
How does it taste?
Sweet and nutty.
- Chili heat
- Texture
- Tender peanuts that break apart easily in a light, cloudy broth.
- How it’s made
- Peeled peanuts are cooked in water until tender, then sweetened with sugar.
Sugar and additions vary. This plain bowl has no egg or milk; other versions and accompanying pastries may contain them.
A CONNECTION TO PLACE
Origin & regional roots
Associated with Taiwan. Associated with Fujian.
About this regional connection
Taiwan: Sweet peanut soup; plain core and regional additions distinguished. Fujian: Sweet peanut soup; plain core and regional additions distinguished.
Ask if they have it first
请问你们有花生汤吗？
Do you have this item?
A LITTLE SOMETHING TO READ
Story & history
A sweet soup to eat with a spoon
This account describes a tradition or story, rather than an established historical fact.
Sweet peanut soup is enjoyed in Fujian and Taiwan, with different additions and pairings. Taiwanese market traditions include hot peanut soup alongside youtiao or puffed pastries. These sides are not part of every bowl.