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Yi roasted and pounded chili chicken

彝家辣子鸡

Yíjiā Làzǐ Jī

A Liangshan Yi preparation of roasted chicken pounded finely and combined with chopped hot green chilies, water and seasonings. The chicken and chili form a soupy dish with a roasted aroma.

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Savory chicken, roasted fragrance and green-chili heat.

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Texture
Finely pounded chicken in a liquid mixture.

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Sichuan: Associated with Liangshan Yi food traditions in Sichuan.

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