1.Laobian Dumplings
Laobian Dumplings are a famous traditional snack of the Han nationality in Shenyang, with a long history of more than 180 years. They originated in 1828 and were introduced to Shenyang by Bian Fu from Hebei Province. This kind of dumplings is known as one of the top ten famous snacks in China for its thin skin, full belly, soft meat, delicious stuffing, rich and non-greasy. Both local residents and foreign tourists praise it. Laobian Dumpling Restaurant is the most historic and delicious dumpling restaurant in the area, especially its fried dumplings and steamed dumplings are the most popular. Its unique stuffing mixture and skin making skills make it stand out among many dumplings.
2.Sea City Pie
Haicheng pie is a traditional delicacy in Haicheng City, Liaoning Province. It is famous for its thin crust, rich fillings, crispy crust and fresh and juicy fillings. This pie mainly uses pork and beef as double fillings, with leeks, bean sprouts, eggs, green peppers and other ingredients. During the production process, the dough is kneaded with warm water and left to rise. After frying and baking, the crust is thin and tender, and the filling is delicious and tasty, with good color, aroma and taste. If eaten with mashed garlic and chili, the taste is better.
3.Ma’s Shaomai
Ma’s Shaomai is a special Hui snack in Shenyang. It has won the favor of many diners with its unique production process and taste. The characteristic of this Shaomai is that it uses boiling water to scald the dough, making the skin thin and the fillings rich, with a soft and chewy taste. The fillings are made from the three forks, purple cap, and waist fat of the cow. After careful preparation, the taste is fresh and mellow. In addition, the shape of Ma’s Shaomai is beautiful, like a peony in bud, which makes people salivate. Due to its strict selection of ingredients and fine production, a large number of diners line up to buy it every day.
4.Small market mutton soup
Xiaoshi mutton soup is a specialty snack in Benxi, Liaoning Province. It has a history of hundreds of years and is a traditional food of the Manchu people. The preparation process of this dish is quite particular. Goat bones, meat and internal organs are selected and stewed in a large earthen stove pot for an hour until the soup turns milky white. When it is finished, seasonings such as salt, pepper, coriander, chili and MSG are added. Xiaoshi mutton soup has a delicious taste, white and tender soup, fragrant and steaming hot. It not only warms the stomach and body, but also has the effect of nourishing the body. In the local area, this dish has formed a deep mutton soup food culture.
5.Goubangzi smoked chicken
Goubangzi smoked chicken is a traditional delicacy in Jinzhou City, Liaoning Province. It was first created in the 15th year of Emperor Guangxu’s reign in the Qing Dynasty. The founder, Yin Yucheng, once met Emperor Guangxu’s imperial chef because of his good deeds, and thus obtained the secret recipe of the royal court smoked chicken. The production process of this dish is very particular, including 16 delicate processes and 30 selected ingredients. During the production process, the chicken will be stewed in four generations of old soup and brushed with a layer of sesame oil before being served. The finished Goubangzi smoked chicken is red in color, delicious, tender and memorable, so it is known as the first of the “Four Famous Chickens in China”.
6.Seafood Stew
Seafood stew is a specialty snack in Dalian, Liaoning Province, known for its golden and shiny appearance and spicy taste. This snack is mainly made of sweet potato flour and has a chewy and smooth taste. Before eating, the stew is usually fried until both sides are browned, and then various seasonings are added to make a cold salad or stir-fry. The special thing about seafood stew is that it not only contains the crispness of the stew and the sweetness of seafood, but also the flavor of sesame paste, making it a delicious dish that is crispy on the outside and tender on the inside.
7.Iron pot salted fish pancakes
Iron pot salted fish pancakes are a traditional specialty of Liaoning coastal areas, especially popular in Dalian. The preparation process of this dish is quite simple: fresh sea fish is first salted and then dried in the sun. Then, it is put into an iron pot, a small amount of oil is added, and fried until crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. At the same time, cornmeal pancakes are attached to the edge of the pot. When the pancakes are cooked, they can be eaten with fish soup. This unique combination makes the pancakes taste sweet, while the salted fish has a slightly spicy and delicious taste. This dish is not only delicious, but also economical and affordable. It is a home-cooked dish often made by Dalian families.
8.Beef Hot Pot
Beef Hot Dumpling is a famous snack in Tieling, Liaoning, with a unique taste and flavor. This delicacy originated in Tieling and is similar to traditional pies, but the taste and production process are different. The outer skin is roasted in an oven, and the iron plate inside is kept flipping and roasting, making it crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, golden yellow, and with clear layers. It is crispy but not broken, oily but not greasy, crispy and delicious. The filling is mainly composed of beef and white long onions, which can remove the fishy smell and make the hot dumpling more delicious. According to legend, beef hot dumpling has a history of hundreds of years and is one of the top ten snacks in Liaoning.
9.Fushun Spicy Mix
Fushun Spicy Mix is a specialty snack in Fushun City, Liaoning Province. It originated from Malatang, but after improvement and innovation, the taste is richer and more diverse. Its main ingredients include potatoes, kelp knots, bean skin, various meatballs, cabbage, wide noodles, mushrooms, etc. In the production process, these ingredients are first boiled, then drained, and seasonings such as salt, aged vinegar, sugar, crushed peanuts, chili, cumin, sesame oil, etc. are added and mixed. Spicy Mix has a variety of flavors including sweet and sour, hot and sour, spicy and spicy, salty and spicy, sweet and spicy, and sweet and sour. It is very popular and is an indispensable part of Fushun people’s daily life.
10.Xita Cold Noodles
Sita Naengmyeon is a traditional Korean cold noodle dish with freshly pressed noodles, giving it a unique chewy texture. The special feature of this cold noodle is its special soup stock, which is refreshing and full of flavor. Paired with garlic-free kimchi, the refreshing taste of the noodles is further highlighted, making it a delicacy loved by people everywhere.