Soybean Chicken

Soybean Chicken

　　The Buyi people are hardworking, warm-hearted, and hospitable. For thousands of years, they have not only created abundant material wealth but also developed a splendid food culture. Among their culinary treasures, the "Soybean Chicken" created by the Buyi people of Luodian is a delicious dish renowned both within and beyond the province. There is also a beautiful and touching legend about "Soybean Chicken": It is said that in the old days, there were two neighboring families, one surnamed Luo and the other surnamed Wang. One day, both families had guests. The Luo family, being better off, killed a chicken to entertain their guests, while the Wang family, with fewer resources, prepared stir-fried soybeans. When it was almost time to eat, the head of the Luo family learned that the Wangs also had guests, so he personally invited the Wang family’s main guests to join them. The Wangs accepted the invitation without hesitation and brought their stir-fried soybeans along. At the Luo home, they mixed the stir-fried chicken and soybeans in one pot, placed it over charcoal fire, and before long, the soybeans absorbed the chicken juice, becoming crispy and fragrant, while the chicken soaked up the aroma of the fried beans, becoming even more tender and flavorful. Both hosts and guests were delighted, drinking and feasting joyfully until they were all thoroughly drunk. This dish spread from one household to many, passed down through generations, and became one of the finest dishes the Buyi people serve to honored guests.

　　Characteristics of Soybean Chicken: It features a bright red color, with chicken that is spicy, fragrant, and rich in flavor, and soybeans that are crispy and delicious. In December 2004, when Phoenix TV Chinese Channel from Hong Kong came to Luodian for cultural exploration, they tasted "Soybean Chicken" in Luokun Town and were full of praise. The production crew filmed the entire process of making "Soybean Chicken," and through television, this unique delicacy was introduced from Luodian to the world.

　　There is also a beautiful and touching legend about "Soybean Chicken": It is said that in the old days, there were two neighboring Buyi families, one surnamed Luo and the other surnamed Wang. One day, both families had guests. The Luo family, being better off, killed a chicken to entertain their guests, while the Wang family, with slightly fewer resources, prepared stir-fried soybeans. When it was almost time to eat, the head of the Luo family learned that the Wangs also had guests, so he personally invited the Wang family’s main guests to join them. The Wangs accepted the invitation without hesitation and brought their stir-fried soybeans to the Luo home. Once there, they mixed the stir-fried spicy chicken and the stir-fried soybeans in one pot, placed it over the charcoal fire, and before long, the soybeans absorbed the chicken juice, becoming crispy and fragrant, while the chicken soaked up the aroma of the fried beans, becoming even more tender and flavorful. Both hosts and guests were delighted, eating heartily and drinking joyfully until they were all thoroughly drunk. This dish spread from one household to many, passed down through generations, and became one of the finest dishes the Buyi people serve to honored guests.

　　In December 2004, when Phoenix TV Chinese Channel from Hong Kong came to Luodian for cultural exploration, they tasted "Soybean Chicken" in Luokun Town. The production crew filmed the entire process of making "Soybean Chicken," and through television, this delicious dish was introduced from Luodian to the world.