Rice tofu jelly 米豆腐
Rice tofu jelly is featured among the local specialties of Guilin.
Set rice jelly is sliced and dressed with savory seasonings. Try a small Guilin snack-stall bowl and mix thoroughly.
How it is made
Rice is processed into a cooked mixture that sets into a firm, pale jelly, then cut and served with savory seasonings. Despite the name, rice tofu is not ordinary soybean curd.
Flavour & texture
The pieces are smooth and yielding, with a mild grain flavor that absorbs garlic, vinegar and chili dressing.
Local roots & traditions
Mitoufu is found in Guilin's snack repertoire and in other southern Chinese food traditions.
How to order Rice tofu jelly
Choose a small dressed bowl and ask about the sauce ingredients rather than assuming the rice base makes the complete dish vegetarian.
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Boat-style savory rice cake 船上糕 →
A rice mixture is combined with small savory ingredients, steamed into a firm cake and sliced for serving. Slices may be reheated or pan-fried, depending on the shop. The cake is soft and grainy inside, with aromatic savory pieces; pan-frying adds a crisp outer layer against the sticky center.
Questions before you order
What name should I show when ordering?
Show 米豆腐 for Rice tofu jelly.
Sources & reading
Recipes and servings vary between kitchens.