At the table
Separate a strip and take small bites; these are sweets, not noodles or candles.
Fat and flavouring formulations vary by maker; check the label if avoiding pork.
Fat and flavouring formulations vary by maker; check the label if avoiding pork.
GET TO KNOW THE DISH
What goes into it?
Explore some key ingredients below. Preparations may use additional seasonings and ingredients.
Fat and flavouring formulations vary by maker; check the label if avoiding pork.
Typical ingredients
Recipes vary by restaurant.
How does it taste?
Sweet with a warm cinnamon aroma.
- Chili heat
- Texture
- Fine, soft and pliable rather than crisp.
- How it’s made
- Prepared rice powder is mixed with sweetened fat and aroma, pressed, set and cut into thin strips.
Fat and flavouring formulations vary by maker; check the label if avoiding pork.
A CONNECTION TO PLACE
Origin & regional roots
Associated with Hunan.
About this regional connection
Hunan: The thin white shape resembles an oil-lamp wick, giving this Xiangtan sweet its name. It belongs to the city’s traditional pastry and gift culture.
Ask if they have it first
请问你们有湘潭灯芯糕吗？
Do you have this item?
A LITTLE SOMETHING TO READ
Story & history
Xiangtan Lamp-wick Cakes
The thin white shape resembles an oil-lamp wick, giving this Xiangtan sweet its name. It belongs to the city’s traditional pastry and gift culture.