Specialties in Phoenix Ancient Town - the distinctive charm of Hubei cuisine

In the culinary dictionary of the people of Hubei in general and the residents of Phoenix Ancient Town in particular, the spicy and numbing taste cannot be missed, but it is fragrant and delicious. Because of the cool, moist climate here, which can be tiring on the body over time, the locals love to eat red chili, spicy dishes to maintain their health and bring warmth.

Specialties of Phoenix Ancient Town

Spicy Steamed Fish Head

Spicy steamed fish head is a specialty in Phoenix Ancient Town, and it is also a specialty of the people of Hubei. The main ingredient is fresh fish head, caught from the Da Jiang River. In addition to the fish head, there are slices of fresh red chili, finely chopped. The preparation method of the locals here is extremely meticulous and sophisticated. The fish head is split in half, marinated thoroughly, fried in oil, then steamed until soft and tender. A bit of oil, ginger, garlic, and of course, red chili are added. All the ingredients and spices make this dish extremely enticing. You can find this specialty dish at any restaurant or eatery in Phoenix Ancient Town.

Spicy steamed fish head, a tantalizing dish of Phoenix Ancient Town

Spicy Fish Hotpot

Spicy Fish Hotpot is also considered a specialty in Phoenix Ancient Town that you must try. Fresh fish is caught directly from the Da Jiang River and processed immediately, retaining its extremely enticing sweetness. In Phoenix Ancient Town, there is another distinctive feature compared to Vietnam, which is that people here eat hotpot with white rice. The dish becomes even more delicious when eaten with stir-fried vegetables.

A hotpot like this will surely seduce you

If you have a spicy palate, then Spicy Fish Hotpot and Spicy Steamed Fish Head are two dishes that you definitely cannot miss. What could be more enjoyable than sitting with family and friends, admiring the Da Jiang River, contemplating the ancient features here, sipping on a glass of red wine, and enjoying the intense spiciness of chili and the unique flavor of sauce.

Fire Palace Fermented Tofu

When you visit Phoenix Ancient Town and step foot on Hubei land without trying Fire Palace Fermented Tofu, you haven't truly experienced China. The main ingredient of this dish is tofu that has been fermented for half a month, but even from the initial steps, the locals here are very meticulous and careful. The tofu soaking water must be salt water, soaked with fresh bamboo shoots, shiitake mushrooms, and top-quality white wine. After being fermented for enough days, the tofu is fried in tea oil over a low flame, then mixed with sesame oil and spicy sauce.

Fire Palace Fermented Tofu, a specialty of Phoenix Ancient Town

Similar to other fermented tofu dishes in Chinese tourism, Fire Palace Fermented Tofu still retains the distinctive aroma of this dish. However, after biting into a piece, you will fully appreciate the deliciousness that this Phoenix Ancient Town specialty brings. The creamy tofu with its crispy outer layer hides soft young tofu inside, all blending together to make a seemingly mouthful dish extremely enticing. Additionally, Fire Palace Fermented Tofu has a very distinctive black color.

Specialty of Phoenix Ancient Town - stewed duck with bamboo shoots and sticky rice

This dish can be said to be the most characteristic of Phoenix Ancient Town. Stewed duck with sticky rice is meticulously and delicately prepared in every step. Sticky rice is soaked in water overnight, then drained and mixed with raw rice before steaming. After it's cooked, chefs cut it into small pieces and fry it until crispy while stewing the duck until tender. Once the duck is tender, the fried sticky rice is stuffed inside and steamed until the duck turns golden red.

An incredibly unique dish that you can only find in Phoenix Ancient Town

This dish, considered a specialty of Phoenix Ancient Town, might sound challenging to eat at first, but it's truly delicious. The duck, sticky rice, and innards undergo multiple cooking stages, meticulously seasoned with spices. The tender, flavorful duck meat complements the crispy, fragrant fried rice, making it a perfectly balanced dish, scoring a remarkable 10 out of 10.

Phoenix Ancient Town with countless street food stalls

Above are 4 of the most unique specialties to try when visiting the beautiful Phoenix Ancient Town. In addition, Phoenix Ancient Town offers countless other delicious dishes such as various cakes, along with street food that is equally enticing, waiting for you to explore. Contact the hotline Mytour for assistance and advice on booking a tour to Phoenix Ancient Town at the best price.