At the table
Remove the picks before eating, and let the hot rolls and broth cool. Ask for chili oil separately if you prefer less heat.
Contains soy and chicken stock. Seasonings may add other allergens. Watch for sharp picks; remove them and cut the rolls into manageable pieces for children.
The plain chicken-stock version has no added chili in the preparation described here; chili oil changes the heat. Broth seasoning and serving style vary by vendor.
GET TO KNOW THE DISH
What goes into it?
Explore some key ingredients below. Preparations may use additional seasonings and ingredients.
Serve drained or with broth, chili oil and coriander.
Typical ingredients
In some versions
Recipes vary by restaurant.
How does it taste?
Savory chicken broth
- Chili heat
- Texture
- Soft and layered
- How it’s made
- Roll tofu sheets, skewer and simmer in chicken stock.
Serve drained or with broth, chili oil and coriander.
A CONNECTION TO PLACE
Origin & regional roots
Associated with Jilin.
Ask if they have it first
请问你们有长春鸡汤豆腐串吗？
Do you have this item?
A LITTLE SOMETHING TO READ
Story & history
A small roll with a broth-filled flavor
This account describes a tradition or story, rather than an established historical fact.
In Changchun, thin sheets of pressed tofu become bite-sized rolls held with small picks. Simmering them in chicken stock gives flavor to the layers. They can be drained as a snack or served with broth; chili oil and coriander are optional finishing touches. This is a tofu dish with an animal-based broth, rather than a vegetarian soup.