Pickled Radish from Fenghuang

Pickled Radish from Fenghuang

　　Pickled radish from Fenghuang is a distinctive local snack from western Hunan. In both urban and rural areas of Fenghuang, wherever there’s a gathering of people, you’ll find stalls selling pickled sour radish. People of all ages in Fenghuang enjoy eating slices or stalks of pickled sour radish dipped in bright red chili sauce. There are many ways to prepare the pickled radish, and each household has its own secret recipe that they guard closely. The well-made ones have a sweet-and-sour taste with a fragrant hint, plus the spiciness of the chili, making them uniquely flavorful.