Sanxiang Stir-Fry

Sanxiang Stir-Fry

　　"Sanxiang Stir-Fry" is a hallmark dish of the people in Sanxiang. It is an essential local specialty at festive gatherings and celebratory banquets, whether for joyous or somber occasions. With its sweet and tangy flavors, it is extremely delicious. Not only is it beloved and frequently talked about among the locals in Sanxiang, but it is also well-known elsewhere and highly regarded. If a banquet does not include "Sanxiang Stir-Fry," the locals will raise objections, and may even be reprimanded. The people of Sanxiang believe that no banquet is complete without a "stir-fry." On one occasion, Qijiang Restaurant (now demolished, formerly the most famous restaurant in Zhongshan) was hired to cater a wedding banquet at the Zheng family residence in Sanxiang. When the feast began, a lavish spread was presented: a whole suckling pig platter for good fortune, bird’s nest fish paste, spicy salted snake, chicken pot with fins, braised Shiqi pigeon, and Golden Rooster with Jade Tree Chicken... The table was laden with colorful, aromatic, flavorful, and beautifully presented dishes, seemingly showcasing the chef’s utmost effort, which should have earned praise from the hosts and guests. However, an elderly woman asked, “Where is the stir-fry?” “Not even a single dish of stir-fry—what’s there to eat?” Her question left the host speechless. This shows just how important "Sanxiang Stir-Fry" is in the hearts of the local people. When the people of Sanxiang host banquets, they prepare the dishes in advance, arranging them in large jars and bowls, covered with straw. Tables are set up based on the number of guests, with each table seating eight. Once a table is full, the meal begins—no waiting, very convenient. Hosts and guests celebrate joyfully, exchanging congratulations. Popular dishes include braised mushrooms, white-cut chicken, braised pork with soy sauce, dried seafood and black beans, and duck braised with jellyfish skin. And, of course, the indispensable "Sanxiang Stir-Fry." Ingredients for the "Stir-Fry" include: shredded pickled vegetables, shredded snow peas, shredded carrots, shredded lean meat, shredded squid, shredded chicken liver, and shredded chicken kidney. These are stir-fried together with other chopped vegetables in a wok, seasoned appropriately, and served on a plate for guests.