Roasted goose egg 烤鹅蛋
Roasted goose egg is featured among the local specialties of Xinjiang.
Roasted goose eggs are a filling Kashgar market snack. Some are plain, while others are opened and seasoned before roasting.
How it is made
Goose eggs are roasted, but some night-market versions are opened first, partly emptied and seasoned before the contents cook in the shell. The exact mixture differs by stall.
Flavour & texture
A plain version has firm white and a rich yolk; seasoned versions can be softer and carry sweet or aromatic notes.
Local roots & traditions
Roasted goose eggs are associated with Xinjiang night markets, including Kashgar and Hotan.
How to order Roasted goose egg
Ask whether the egg is plain or mixed with additions, and share one if you are also trying other snacks.
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Questions before you order
What name should I show when ordering?
Show 烤鹅蛋 for Roasted goose egg. Ask whether the egg is plain or mixed with additions, and share one if you are also trying other snacks.
Sources & reading
Recipes and servings vary between kitchens.