Liziba Liangshan chicken 李子坝梁山鸡
Liziba Liangshan chicken is featured among the local specialties of Chongqing.
Chicken pieces simmer in a generous pot of richly seasoned broth with vegetables and aromatics. Choose a smaller pot for two people and ask about the level of spice.
How it is made
Chicken pieces are simmered in a generously seasoned pot with vegetables and aromatics. The restaurant's mix may include ingredients intended to perfume the broth as well as vegetables eaten with the meat.
Flavour & texture
The chicken is tender, and the broth is rich and strongly aromatic, with heat varying by kitchen. Additional vegetables absorb the flavor as the pot continues cooking.
Local roots & traditions
Liziba Liangshan chicken is a named Chongqing restaurant-style specialty.
How to order Liziba Liangshan chicken
Ask about pot size, spice and any included vegetables before adding more sides.
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Questions before you order
What name should I show when ordering?
Show 李子坝梁山鸡 for Liziba Liangshan chicken. Ask about pot size, spice and any included vegetables before adding more sides.
Sources & reading
Recipes and servings vary between kitchens.