A CLOSER LOOK
How to recognize it
Smooth, moist dark reddish-brown blocks or strips with a fine, even cut surface. It is solid curd, distinct from liquid blood and soybean tofu.
In the kitchen
Heated with tofu and glass noodles in dishes such as fentang yangxue. Ask “这是羊血吗？” (“Is this sheep’s blood?”).
Firmness depends on preparation and reheating. Pig or duck blood is a different ingredient; confirm the animal rather than relying on colour. This is not vegetarian or vegan.
Ask about this ingredient
这道菜里有熟羊血块吗？
Does this dish contain Cooked sheep blood curd?
A few dishes to explore
These examples use this ingredient in typical or optional preparations. Open the dish to see the distinction; a restaurant’s recipe can differ.
