Eating in China
Minnan runbing

Minnan runbing

润饼Rùnbǐng

Soft wheat crepes wrapped around cooked vegetables, pressed tofu and pork, with peanuts and coriander.

Heat
Region
Fujian
Type
Snacks
Street food
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At the table

How to enjoy it

If served as a platter, add a modest line of filling, fold in the ends and roll. Hold the closed end underneath.

A useful check

This version contains pork, wheat, soy and peanuts. Ask about egg, seafood, stock, fat and sauces.

How it may vary

Fillings vary; egg and seafood are additions, not required in every wrap.

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What goes into it?

Explore some key ingredients below. Preparations may use additional seasonings and ingredients.

Fillings vary; egg and seafood are additions, not required in every wrap.

Recipes vary by restaurant.

How does it taste?

Savory vegetables with nutty peanuts.

Chili heat
Texture
Thin soft wrapper and varied crunchy and tender fillings.
How it’s made
Cook cabbage, carrot, bean sprouts, pressed tofu and pork with oil and salt; wrap in cooked crepes with peanuts and coriander.

Fillings vary; egg and seafood are additions, not required in every wrap.

A CONNECTION TO PLACE

Origin & regional roots

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Associated with Fujian.

About this regional connection

Fujian: Minnan staple snack; also common in Taiwan and SE Asia as popiah.

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ASK IF IT'S AVAILABLE

请问你们有润饼吗?

Do you have this item?

A LITTLE SOMETHING TO READ

Story & history

Minnan runbing

This account describes a tradition or story, rather than an established historical fact.

Runbing is part of Minnan family meals and Qingming food traditions.

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