The gastronomic wealth of Asian countries is endless. So much so that oriental restaurants have spread to all cities in the world, offering the most diverse options of Japanese, Chinese and Thai cuisine, which have conquered the tastes of thousands of people. Hong Kong cuisine is included there, bringing dishes that initially seem strange to visitors but later become unforgettable flavors for them.
Of course, it’s also where many gastronomic oddities come from there. In this list, some exist, but they are few and light. You can check out below a selection of some of the most consumed dishes and snacks in what they call dim sum, a variety of portions present in almost all restaurants and traditional fairs.
1. Cha Siu Bao
Cha Siu Bao is a type of Chinese steamed bun. It is often filled with barbecue pork, but can also be vegetarian. Cha Siu Bao is a popular dim sum dish found at most Chinese restaurants. If you are looking for something new to try, order Cha Siu Bao the next time you are at a Chinese restaurant!
2. Yu Dan
These dumplings sold on a skewer are made from dough with a cod or haddock filling and are bathed in a spicy curry sauce.
3. Siu Yuk
Siu Yuk is a dish that many people enjoy. It is a great dish to have at parties or get-togethers. Siu Yuk can be made with different meats, but the most popular type of Siu Yuk is pork. Pork is the best type of meat to use for this dish because it has a lot of flavors and is very tender.
4. Cheong Fun
These rolls made with rice dough are usually stuffed with shrimp or meat. Cheong Fun is a delicious dish that everyone can enjoy. It is versatile and can be made with different ingredients to suit your taste. If this is your first time trying it, please go out and give it a try! You won’t regret it.
5. Snake soup
You thought we weren’t going to get to a bizarre part, did you? But of course, it had to be! That delicacy up there is the famous Hong Kong snake soup. Despite the main ingredient, it is said to be very tasty and beneficial to health, perfect for cold weather.
6. Congee soup
If you’re looking for a comforting meal on a cold day in Hong Kong, chances are you’ll be offered this dish. The recipe is a porridge/rice soup finished with fish, pork, eggs, peanuts, or fried dough.
7. TongJyun
These dessert dumplings are served warm and are usually filled with sweet black sesame dough and garnished with syrup.
8. Yuk Sung Bao
This bun is stuffed with a lot of shredded pork, very thin and deliciously seasoned. Great for breakfast for tourists who are not used to eating soups and broths in the morning, one of the eastern customs.
9. Ngau Lam Tong
This dish is made with beef brisket cooked in spices until the meat is so tender it melts in your mouth.
10. Put Chai Ko
Did you know that many oriental sweets are made with beans? Just like these puddings, which are made from red beans. Cute, isn’t it?
11. Siu Gno
Siu Gno is what Hong Kongers call roast goose, a favorite dish for large holiday feasts. It is usually served with plum pie and sauce.
12. Poon Choi
Poon Choi is a dish with many layers of ingredients consumed in stages. It’s one big platter with options ranging from seafood to meat to vegetables.
13. The Hong Kong version of french toast
French toast, or french toast, also has its version in Hong Kong, and apparently, it looks delicious. It’s a fried sandwich stuffed with peanut butter and drizzled with sugary syrup and butter.
14. Zha Liang
Similar to Cheong Fun, this dish also uses rice noodle rolls. However, instead of meat or seafood, these are stuffed with a fried dumpling called youtiao.
15. Jian Dui
These sesame fritters are filled with a sweet red or black bean paste and can be found in bakeries or snack options at restaurants.
16. Boh Loh Baau
These buns are usually eaten as a snack and are often referred to as “pineapple buns”, but they don’t have the fruit in the filling. The name is because of the decoration on the cone.
17. Lap Cheung
These sausages (or salami) are smoked, sweetened, and seasoned, offering a great snack option for Hong Kongers. They are often served with fried rice.
18. And any meat on a skewer
Hong Kong is known as much for its fast-paced lifestyle as it is for its incredible variety of street food. Nothing better represents the two things than these meat skewers that can be sold in the most varied options.
So there you have it, a list of 18 wacky foods you’ll find in Hong Kong. Next time you’re feeling adventurous, why not try one of these?
You might just end up liking it!
