Braised Dog Meat

Braised Dog Meat

　　Xiangcheng was the capital of the Han dynasty's vassal state of Pei. The locals enjoy eating dog meat, and dog meat from Peixian County is quite famous—its reputation partly owing to the place name. In fact, during the Han dynasty, Peixian was part of the state of Pei, and both areas prepare it the same way: using dozens of spices and broth to make a braising sauce. The sauce is rich and flavorful. Typically, freshly slaughtered dog meat is braised for a long time. Once cooked, the meat turns a deep crimson, emits a rich aroma, and has a slightly salty taste. It is considered highly nourishing and is best eaten with crisp, thin fried dough pancakes.