Stewed Dog Meat

Stewed Dog Meat

　　Stewed Dog Meat

　　More and more people in Taishan are keen to try stewed dog meat, as this traditional, full-flavored way of eating aligns well with the tastes and habits of Cantonese cuisine. Small restaurants serving the dish can be found everywhere in Taishan and are doing brisk business.

　　The preparation of stewed dog meat involves first skinning the slaughtered animal, roasting it gently over low heat until golden, then washing and chopping it. Next, it is stir-fried in oil, mixed with seasonings such as ginger, brown sugar, and wine, along with the dog’s blood, and stir-fried again. Then, enough water is added to simmer it over a controlled flame. Later, pre-fried dog offal is added to the pot, stirred well, and simmered further. Before long, the aroma of the meat fills the air. It is said that controlling the heat is the most crucial part of the process—insufficient heat will leave the meat tough and chewy, while too much will diminish its rich flavor. When served, the stewed dog meat is steaming hot and bursting with fragrance. Take a bite, and the taste is simply indescribably delicious. If diners find the dish a bit greasy, the restaurant will often serve a portion of rice noodles, mixing them with the savory juices from the meat—a combination so tasty you might just want to swallow your tongue.

　　Eateries selling stewed dog meat set up over ten large tables in open-air spaces, which are packed with customers every day.