This important city in Northeast China has a long history and rich cultural heritage. As the capital of Liaoning Province, it is not only the cradle of China's heavy industry, but also an important birthplace of Manchurian culture.
Zhang Xueliang once achieved the nominal unification of China through the Northeast Banner Change, and under his leadership promoted the modernization and educational development of the region.
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The history of Shenyang can be traced back to the Neolithic Age, more than 7,000 years ago, and with the change of dynasties, it was the political, economic and cultural center of many dynasties such as Liao, Jin, Yuan, Ming and Qing.
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During the Qing Dynasty, Shenyang was known as "Shengjing" and became the birthplace of the Qing Dynasty and the hometown of the royal family. As the second location of the Forbidden City in China, the Shenyang Forbidden City witnessed the rise and fall of the Qing Dynasty and echoed the Forbidden City in Beijing, forming a unique Manchurian cultural system.
The Shenyang Forbidden City is one of the two most complete surviving imperial palaces in China, and its unique architectural style and historical status make it a part of the World Heritage Site.
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Shenyang not only has a rich history and culture, but also rich natural resources and beautiful scenery. The famous Qipanshan Scenic Area, Expo Park, Tanglin Park, etc.
Shenyang, a city full of charm, has a long history and culture, as well as a modern urban style, whether it is an exploration of history or the experience of modern life, you can find your own wonderful here.
-01- The charm of Shenyang's food culture
Shenyang, with its food culture, is equally mouth-watering. As a gastronomic powerhouse in Northeast China, Shenyang's food culture not only inherits the traditions of the Manchurian people, but also integrates the characteristics of the Han and other ethnic minorities to form a unique gastronomic flavor.
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The uniqueness of Shenyang's cuisine lies in its richness and variety and rich flavors. Most of the dishes here are stewed, boiled and stir-fried, and attention is paid to the use of heat and seasonings, so that each dish can retain the original flavor of the ingredients to the greatest extent.
Shenyang cuisine pays attention to "hot to home", which is in pork stewed vermicelli,
and other traditional dishes are vividly embodied. Each dish fully releases the flavor of the ingredients during the stewing process, and is accompanied by spices such as green onions, ginger and garlic, which gives it a mellow and rich taste.
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In Shenyang, food is not only a way to fill your stomach, but also a medium for social and cultural exchange. Whether it's a family dinner or a small gathering of friends, a table of hot Northeast cuisine can always make people feel the warmth of home and the preciousness of friendship.
Shenyang people are hospitable, often toasting each other at the wine table and talking about life, this food culture makes every meal full of warmth and fun.
-02- Three representatives of Shenyang's traditional cuisine
In Shenyang's food world, stewed vermicelli with pork, stewed mushrooms with chicken and stir-fried chicken rack are the three most representative specialties. They are not only frequent guests on the table in Shenyang, but also a must-try choice for every tourist who comes to Shenyang.
/ Pork stewed vermicelli /
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This dish is a favorite of almost every Northeast family. It is made of fat and lean pork, with Q-elastic vermicelli, after a long time of stewing, so that the fat of the pork seeps into the vermicelli, the vermicelli is full of gravy, the taste is smooth and full of rich meat aroma.
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The addition of green onions, ginger, garlic and ingredients during the stew also gives the dish a rich layer.
Stewed until the meat is crispy without losing its shape, the vermicelli is soft and glutinous and melts in your mouth, providing an unparalleled delicious experience. This dish is not only the protagonist of family dinners, but also the most heart-warming dish on a cold winter day.
/ Chicken stewed mushrooms /
This dish is also a classic representative of Northeast cuisine. Its main ingredients are local chicken and wild mushrooms, which are carefully stewed to make the chicken tender and juicy, and the mushroom aroma is strong. Shenyang's chicken stewed mushrooms pay special attention to the selection of materials, the local chicken meat is firm, and the mushrooms are mostly selected from the mountain delicacies of shiitake mushrooms or smoothy mushrooms, so as to ensure that every bite is full of natural umami.
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When simmering, add a little dried chili pepper and Sichuan pepper, and the slight spiciness is just right to enhance the flavor of the whole dish and make people appetize. Compared to other chicken dishes, Shenyang's chicken and mushroom stew highlights its original flavor, retaining the natural aroma of chicken and mushrooms, and is accompanied by a few potato wedges or carrots to enrich the taste and increase nutrition.
/Fried Chicken Rack/
This is a must among the street food in Shenyang. The chicken rack, i.e., the skeleton part of the chicken, contains a small amount of meat and abundant bone marrow. The people of Shenyang are adept at making use of this ingredient, and after a simple marinade and stir-frying, they can make a mouth-watering delicacy.
The chicken rack is quickly stir-fried over high heat, adding plenty of dried chilies, cumin powder and a little soy sauce to make it charred on the outside and tender on the inside.
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Compared with chicken snacks in other places, Shenyang's fried chicken rack has more of a bold feeling, and when you chew it, you can not only feel the tenderness of the chicken, but also enjoy the rich taste of bone marrow.
Whether served as an accompaniment or a staple dish, this dish quickly captures the hearts of diners.
-03-Three recommended restaurants!!
Shenyang not only has mouth-watering food, but also many restaurants with excellent reputations. The following three restaurants are not only well-known among locals but also popular with tourists. Whether it's authentic traditional dishes or specialty cuisine, these restaurants will satisfy your taste buds.
/ 📍 The old yard (Yunfeng Street store) /
The old courtyard is located in Yunfeng Street, Heping District, Shenyang City, as a time-honored restaurant, whether it is the environment or the dishes, people can feel the strong Northeast style. The most famous dish here is the "pot meat", which is crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and the fried pork slices are wrapped in a sweet and sour sauce.
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People can't stop taking one bite after another. In addition to the pot wrapped meat, the restaurant's "Song Gong Da Flower Roll" and "Special Big Peel" are also unmissable delicacies.
The Songgong flower roll is soft and sweet, and the unique Northeast big peel with the sauce makes people have an endless aftertaste. Each dish perfectly presents the classic taste of Northeast cuisine.
/ 📍 Old Four Seasons (Head Office) /
Located in the heart of Huanggu District, Shenyang City, Lao Si Ji Main Store is a long-established Northeast restaurant with a history of several decades. The restaurant environment is simple, but full of homely warmth and warmth.
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The "Old Four Seasons Chicken Rack" here is a must, the best chicken rack is selected, carefully marinated and fried, the chicken rack is spicy and flavorful, and the meat is fresh and tender.
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Another signature dish, "Chicken Noodle Soup", is a heart-warming treat with rich chicken broth that has been boiled for hours and is served with strong handmade noodles. The food of the old four seasons is not only delicious, but also makes people feel a strong feeling of the Northeast.
/📍 Door Courtyard Iron Pot Stew (Middle Street Store)/
Located in the middle street business district of Shenyang, Menjia Courtyard Iron Pot Stew is a restaurant featuring iron pot stew. The "Iron Pot Stewed Little Ben Chicken Pork Ribs Pot" here is particularly famous, which uses the traditional iron pot stewing method to make the taste of the little Ben chicken and pork ribs more intense and pure.
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During the stewing, the essence of the chicken and pork ribs is fully integrated into the soup, and every bite is filled with a rich meaty aroma. The restaurant also offers traditional Northeast sauerkraut and other authentic dishes, which are served with the little Ben chicken ribs stewed in an iron pot, which is a delicious pairing.
-04- Taste the warmth and touch
Shenyang, from the ancient imperial city of Manchuria to the bustling modern city, food is not only a taste of the tongue, but also a moving history and a strong emotion. Pork stewed vermicelli, chicken stewed with mushrooms, stir-fried chicken rack, these seemingly ordinary dishes, in fact, behind each dish, is a long fusion of heritage and innovation.
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Shenyang's food is not only the enjoyment of taste, but also the transmission of culture and the comfort of the soul. Whether it is a home-cooked meal or a banquet for guests, every dish here carries the love of life and the yearning for a better future of Shenyang people.
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Walking in the streets and alleys of Shenyang, you will find that every corner here is full of the breath of life and the temptation of food.
From the bustling night market to the cozy family table, from street snacks to high-end restaurants, every place is interpreting the food legend of Shenyang.
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And everyone who comes to Shenyang will also find their own delicious and touching here. You can feel the enthusiasm and boldness of Shenyang people.
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