Old Shanghai Street Food — Almond & Lotus Seed Porridge Inspired by Lu Xun!
What did the streets of old Shanghai smell and sound like?
In his 1935 essay "Alleyway Business, Then and Now," famous Chinese writer Lu Xun recalled the irresistible calls of street food vendors in Shanghai.
One memorable treat was a comforting porridge made with Job's tears (coix), almonds, and lotus seeds. Lu Xun described how the sounds of these food vendors made his mouth water!
Today, we're bringing this traditional Chinese food story to life with a warm bowl of sweet porridge inspired by old Shanghai street food culture.
Discover a fascinating connection between Chinese literature, traditional desserts, and everyday life in historic Shanghai.
Would you try this old Shanghai sweet porridge? Let us know in the comments!
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