Xiangxi is a prefecture in the northwest of Hunan Province. With its unique geographical location and cultural background, these have endowed Xiangxi a unique culinary culture. Sour and spicy are two indispensable flavors in the daily life of Xiangxi people.Xiangxi cuisine is one of Hunan cuisine, but its characteristic is its expertise in making mountain delicacies, smoked cured meat, and various types of pickled meat. The taste focuses on salty, sour, and spicy flavors, often fueled by charcoal, and has a strong mountain flavor. Here lists some major dishes of Xiangxi as below:
Top dishes in Xiangxi
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| Miao Sour Fish | Fried Preserved Pork with Ferns | Blood Cake Duck |
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| Xiangxi Rice Tofu | Glutinous Rice with Sour Spicy | She Meals |