Aspic

Aspic

　　Yi-style aspic is a relatively refined dish in the Yi ethnic region. It is made using pig trotters and pork knuckles.

The usual method is to boil the meat until soft, remove it from the pot, debone it, and chop the meat into small pieces. Spices like litsea cubes, ginger, and Sichuan peppercorns are added, and some recipes also include orange peel or items like eggs. The mixture is then returned to the pot and cooked for a while to allow the flavors to penetrate the meat. Finally, it is placed in a wooden bowl and left to set overnight. The resulting aspic is soft, delicious, and has a unique aroma, making it a highly favored dish among the Yi people.