What are the top ten strange dishes in Jiangsu?

China's food characteristics vary from place to place. In Jiangsu, China, there are many kinds of strange dishes that are widely spread. Since there are many kinds of local strange dishes that cannot be eaten in other regions, people later called the ten strangest dishes "Jiangsu's Top Ten Weird Dishes". So what are the top ten strange dishes in Jiangsu? I will write down the most representative ones and share them with you.

Top Ten Weird Dishes in Jiangsu

1. Jiangsu’s strange dish: live pearls

Live pearls are one of the most famous strange dishes in Jiangsu, and are most common in Nanjing. The main ingredient of this dish is the incubating eggs, which need to be incubated for about 20 days. When eating live pearls, the locals will knock one end open, then slowly suck it, and finally dip the chick inside into a special sauce.

2. Jiangsu’s strange dish: Dilouguier

Diuluoguier is also one of the famous strange dishes in Jiangsu. It is most common in Xuzhou. The main ingredient of this dish is "zhiliao monkey", which is the predecessor of cicada. People eat them after grilling and frying. The meat is tender and nutritious, and it tastes a bit like crab meat.

3. Jiangsu’s strange dishes: the spring tide

Spring Tide is a specialty dish of Hai'an, Jiangsu, and is also one of Jiangsu's strange dishes. Speaking of its main ingredients, you may be shocked because it is a dish made with "maggots". But don't be afraid, this kind of maggots are farmed by farmers and are edible. When eating, clean the maggots and then fry them directly in a pan. After frying, sprinkle with pepper and salt and eat it directly. It will make a crunching sound in your mouth and the taste is also very unique.