At the table
Eat a few bites at a time as a snack; a drink helps with the dry texture.
Contains wheat, egg and sesame. Ask about the oil and other flavorings; the firm pieces require comfortable chewing.
Sweet, savory and spiced versions differ; this entry describes a sweet egg-and-sesame version.
GET TO KNOW THE DISH
What goes into it?
Explore some key ingredients below. Preparations may use additional seasonings and ingredients.
Sweet, savory and spiced versions differ; this entry describes a sweet egg-and-sesame version.
Typical ingredients
Recipes vary by restaurant.
How does it taste?
Lightly sweet, toasted wheat and sesame.
- Chili heat
- Texture
- Dry, firm and crunchy.
- How it’s made
- Cut dough into small pieces, roast in heated white clay, then sieve and clean the finished bites.
Sweet, savory and spiced versions differ; this entry describes a sweet egg-and-sesame version.
A CONNECTION TO PLACE
Origin & regional roots
Associated with Shanxi.
About this regional connection
Shanxi: Supported local food association, not exclusive origin.
Ask if they have it first
请问你们有炒琪吗？
Do you have this item?
A LITTLE SOMETHING TO READ
Story & history
A distinctive roasting method
In Yuanqu, chaoqi is a portable local snack distinguished by roasting small dough pieces in heated white clay. The clay is a cooking medium removed before eating, not a topping to add to the finished snack.