Chinese

Li Hongzhang Hodgepodge

“A rich and hearty stew combining luxurious ingredients like sea cucumber and chicken, each bite offering a different texture and flavor.”

Sea Cucumber

Chicken

Ham

Shiitake Mushroom

Bamboo shoots

Tofu

Chinese·Anhui

Medium1.5 hours

Where it comes from

Created in honor of Li Hongzhang, a prominent Qing Dynasty statesman, this dish reflects his diplomatic achievements and incorporates both local and international ingredients. It is a symbol of cultural fusion and culinary innovation.

On the Palate

What goes into it

How it's made

1
Soak the sea cucumber until soft, then cut into bite-sized pieces.
2
Slice chicken, ham, and shiitake mushrooms into thin pieces.
3
Blanch bamboo shoots and tofu in boiling water, then drain.
4
In a large pot, heat oil and sauté the chicken slices until cooked through.
5
Add sea cucumber, mushrooms, bamboo shoots, and tofu, stirring well.
6
Pour in rice wine and simmer the mixture until all ingredients are tender and flavors meld.
7
Serve hot, ensuring a mix of all ingredients in each portion.