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Sichuan · THE FOOD GUIDE

Tongjiang snow fungus and lotus-seed soup

通江银耳莲子羹

Tōngjiāng Yín’ěr Liánzǐ Gēng

Ruffled snow fungus and lotus seeds simmer into a sweet soup associated with Tongjiang in Bazhong. Jujubes and goji berries add color, while rock sugar sweetens the liquid.

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The soft fungus and thick sweet soup are spoonable and can be shared in a small cooled portion.

Recipes vary. Ask the restaurant about ingredients and serving before you order.

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How does it taste?

Sweet and lightly fruity.

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Texture
Soft fungus in a smooth, thickened soup.

A CONNECTION TO PLACE

Origin & regional roots

Sichuan

Associated with Sichuan.

About this regional connection

Sichuan: Associated with Tongjiang, Bazhong, Sichuan.

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