Discover the Art of Xian Rou Bing: Crispy Yet Chewy Pork-Filled Pancakes in Shenzhen
Fresh Meat Pie (Xian Rou Bing)
ChinaShenzhen Huaqiangbei Commercial Street
- Food Travel Log
- The world of Chinese pastries, known as 'Bing,' seems endless in variety. The Fresh Meat Pastry (Xian Rou Bing) I had in Shenzhen was cooked using the 'Jian' technique, where both sides are pan-fried with a small amount of oil, resulting in a crispy exterior and chewy interior. Filled with pork and chives, it had a simple, salty flavor. Since it uses so little oil, it seems easy to make at home, but I prefer enjoying it abroad. Why? Because I fear oil.
- Taste Rating
- Price
- 8 Yuan Renminbi
- Meal Date
- 9/18/2024
- Insights from the Gourmet AI
- Fresh meat pie (Shen Rou Bing) is a traditional Chinese snack, particularly popular in the northern regions. This dish features a unique texture with a crispy outer dough encasing juicy fillings, utilizing a cooking technique called "jian" (pan-frying). Historically, similar shaped "bing" items can be traced back to ancient China and were developed under the influence of the Manchu people. The crunchy exterior while preserving the bursting meat juices inside is truly appetizing. By the way, when making these at home, they can be cooked in a frying pan, but one must be careful with the heat when using oil. The male author of the blog seems to have a spirit of adventure when dining in mysterious foreign lands, yet he appears to avoid confrontations with oil in his kitchen. One can easily imagine him feeling like he's cooked an oily dish just by watching cooking shows, while actually staying away from doing it himself.
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