Shanglin Plain-Boiled Chicken

Shanglin Plain-Boiled Chicken

　　The most distinctive feature of Shanglin plain-boiled chicken is its crispy skin and tender, flavorful meat. The main ingredient comes from free-range chickens raised in the wild mountain forests by local farmers, which feed on insects, corn, rice, and other natural foods during the day. The chicken is simmered over low heat until it is about 80–90% cooked. Shanglin enjoys a mild climate, exceptional natural advantages, and fertile soil, making it especially suitable for the growth of living organisms.

　　The Travel Diaries of Xu Xiake mentions Shanglin: “There is no shortage of livestock here. Chickens and pigs are all fed rice, which makes them exceptionally plump. Some ducks can weigh as much as four jin (over two kilograms). Crucian carp are usually very small elsewhere, growing only slightly over an inch long, but here they grow to four or five inches.” In other words: there is a wide variety of poultry and livestock; chickens and pigs, being fed rice, grow particularly fat and healthy. A duck can weigh over two kilograms. While crucian carp in other areas grow slowly and reach just about an inch in length, those here can grow to four or five inches.

　　Premium-quality native chicken has a light yellowish skin. When sliced, the tender white meat is dipped in a sauce, further highlighting its sweet, fragrant, and juicy flavor. The seasoning is made with sand ginger, minced garlic, peanut oil, cilantro, soy sauce, and other ingredients. It delivers an authentic taste—crispy skin and smooth meat—while being rich in nutrients that are easily absorbed by the human digestive system. It helps boost energy, strengthen the body, warm the middle energizer, benefit qi, improve digestion, and strengthen muscles and bones. Suitable for both grand banquets and everyday meals, it is highly favored by food enthusiasts.

　　Information source: Shanglin Tourism Network