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Zongzi Guide
Pyramidal rice dumplings wrapped in bamboo leaves, honoring the poet Qu Yuan.
Regional Styles
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Northern China - Sweet & Simple
Red bean, dates, or plain
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Guangdong - Rich & Complex
Pork, egg yolk, mushrooms, shrimp
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Zhejiang - Huzhou Style
Fresh pork, bold flavor
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Taiwan - Large & Bold
Chestnuts, multiple fillings
How to Order
"Wǒ yào zòngzi" (我要粽子) - I want zongzi
- • "Yǒu shénme kǒuwèi de?" - What flavors do you have?
- • "Lái yí gè ròu de" - Bring one with meat
- • "Duōshao qián yí gè?" - How much for one?
Tips
- • Best steamed or boiled for 1-2 hours
- • Dip in sugar or honey for sweet varieties
- • Fresh bamboo leaves have best aroma
- • Store in refrigerator for up to a week