Honey cold rice dumplings 蜂蜜凉粽子
Honey cold rice dumplings is featured among the local specialties of Xi’an.
Cool sticky-rice dumplings are unwrapped and dressed with honey or syrup. Look for this sweet snack around Xian Muslim Quarter and share one after a larger meal.
How it is made
Cooked glutinous-rice dumplings are cooled, unwrapped and dressed with honey or sweet syrup. The rice is generally the main body of the dessert rather than a thin wrapper around a large filling.
Flavour & texture
The cool rice is dense and elastic, with a clean grain flavor beneath the glossy sweet topping.
Local roots & traditions
Honey cold rice dumplings are associated with Xi'an's snack repertoire, including the Muslim Quarter, and offer a cool contrast to hot noodles and soups.
How to order Honey cold rice dumplings
Ask which topping is used and share one after a substantial meal.
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Questions before you order
What name should I show when ordering?
Show 蜂蜜凉粽子 for Honey cold rice dumplings. Ask which topping is used and share one after a substantial meal.
Sources & reading
Recipes and servings vary between kitchens.