Fried gluten puffs in water, 肉酿面筋, Rou Niang Mian Jin [Photo/wuxinews.com.cn]

Fried gluten puffs in water originated during the reigning period of Emperor Xianfeng in the Qing Dynasty (1850-1861), the gold shiny gluten is round and cute, and it has a long history of more than 250 years. Wuxi fried gluten puffs are the most prestigious snack in southern China. Being a feature at the dining table, it can be matched with meat and vegetables, and it can be fried or sprinkled in soup.