Pickled Pears

Pickled Pears

　　　Pickled pears are a unique type of pickle made by the Mosuo people. The region produces various kinds of wild pears, which the locals enjoy soaking in clay jars. They combine these pears with salt, white liquor, ginger, garlic, Sichuan peppercorns, and water in specific proportions, then seal the jars for over a month before eating. The resulting pickled pears have a distinctive flavor that is sour, sweet, crisp, and richly aromatic—truly a unique and delicious side dish. The longer they are soaked, the better they taste.