The difference in taste buds makes everyone's definition of food different, and it is also common to say that it is difficult to reconcile. But for foodies in China, we are really happy. There is a wide variety of gourmet snacks in China, and no matter how picky your taste buds are, you can always find a delicious dish to suit your taste. And when we come to a different place, we often find some never-before-seen and tempting foodies, including some that are considered "alternative". It is a place that many people yearn for, with its mysterious culture and fascinating nature. But in addition to these, sometimes we also find some gourmet snacks that are different from the rest. Just like us, my daughter-in-law and I have always been full of yearning for **, but have never had a chance to come. Recently, we suddenly decided to break away from our busy lives and take a walk-and-go trip to explore this place that appealed to us. After a day of playing, we came to Shigatse, a must-visit place when we come to **. In Shigatse, we came to a famous local snack street, intending to taste the local specialties of food snacks, which is also one of the main purposes of our visit. Walking into the snack street, we found a crowd in front of a food stall.
Out of curiosity, we walked over to see what it was that could attract so many people. Upon walking in, we found that the stall owner was a young Tibetan boy who was selling snacks that we had never seen before. These snacks are brightly coloured and have an offbeat feel. To us, they look full of additives and somewhat "nondescript". Not only us, but many passers-by also have similar doubts about this snack, just looking at it, and not choosing to buy it. However, these did not affect the young man's business, and his business was very prosperous, attracting many locals to queue up to buy, and a lot of them at once. We can't help but wonder what exactly makes this snack considered "alternative" so popularAfter inquiry, we learned that this snack is called "tsamba", which is a staple food in the life of the Tibetan people. Tsamba is made of the plateau's specialty tsampa flour, which has a strong plateau flavor and is rich in nutrients, and is known as "the best rice". Every time you make tsampa, you need to go through a number of tedious processes, including grinding, fermenting and cooking the tsampa flour. The final glutinous rice has a unique taste and aroma that can instantly immerse people in the strong Tibetan customs.
In addition to tsamba, there are many other special snacks in the food, such as butter tea, yak meat, yogurt and so on. These delicacies are all unique flavors, both in texture and taste, which are very different from the delicacies of other places. ** The gourmet snacks not only satisfy the taste buds of the locals, but also attract countless tourists to come and taste them. In this era of food diversity, we are fortunate to be able to taste a wide variety of cuisines. While everyone's tastes are different, it's this diversity that makes our lives more colorful. Whether it is traditional food or some seemingly "alternative" snacks, they all carry the culture and lifestyle of different regions, which are worth exploring and savoring. So, when you have the chance to come to ** or somewhere else, you might as well try the local food specialties and snacks. Perhaps behind a seemingly "offbeat" delicacy, you will find unexpected flavors and stories.
Let's embark on a journey of culinary discovery together!References: 1When friends come, you must eat deliciously" - this is the description of a special snack by the locals of Shigatse. This snack is called "Pengbi" and is a type of pea jelly. Although this dish may seem a little "offbeat", it is one of the most traditional and popular dishes in Shigatse. Compared with other snacks, Pengbi's ** is very affordable, and you can buy one for only 5 yuan. Almost every day, people line up to buy and enjoy it. And those of us who are out of town may be disgusted by this snack and think it's weird. But in reality, it is a very tasty dish for the locals. The process of making pea jelly is also very simple. Boil the bean juice into a paste, add salt, green onions, curry powder and some minced meat, add a little oil and cool to shape.
To serve, scrape a few slices from the pot with a spoon, place them in a plastic bag in the palm of your hand, and pour a little chilli water on them. Although it does not provide chopsticks, it is a very interesting way to eat. Not only that, but the appearance of Punbi is also very beautiful. It is crystal clear, soft luster, and looks like the "yellow mouth" in Hetian jade. Moreover, this delicacy has a very long history in Shigatse and is loved and popular by the locals. After learning about these characteristics of Pambi, it is not difficult to see that this "alternative snack" is actually a very tasty delicacy. Although it may be prepared in an unusual way, it is a traditional dish that is loved by the locals. If you have the chance to visit Shigatse, why not try this delicious punbi!