Chenji Piglet Dumplings

Chenji Piglet Dumplings

　　<猪儿粑>These are a traditional famous snack from northern Guizhou and southern Sichuan (Chishui, Luzhou, Hejiang, and Naxi), named for their resemblance to small, white, round piglets when steamed and taken out of the basket.

　　In the past, 'piglet dumplings' were only a type of food served as a mid-meal to farm workers during spring planting in rural areas. Later, through continuous improvement, they gradually became a famous snack in northern Guizhou and southern Sichuan. Among them, 'Chenji Piglet Dumplings' from Chishui City have won widespread acclaim from diners for their unique taste.

　　'Chenji Piglet Dumplings' were created by Chen Furong, a laid-off female worker from Chishui City, and have a history of nearly ten years. The dumpling wrappers she makes are crafted from high-quality glutinous rice and locally produced alpine cold-water rice, going through processes such as washing, soaking, grinding, hanging, and pressing, resulting in soft, fragrant, and smooth wrappers that don’t stick to the teeth. The filling, made from locally raised pork and bamboo shoots, is known for its freshness and aroma. Especially when freshly steamed, the white, translucent dumplings nestled in small bamboo steamers, adorned with the green leaves of vegetables, are simply mouthwatering.

　　Over the past decade, 'Chenji' has continuously improved and developed, introducing other varieties such as 'Glutinous Rice Pearl Balls' and 'Corn Steamed Buns.' Among them, 'Piglet Dumplings' and 'Glutinous Rice Pearl Balls' have been awarded the 'Chishui City Famous and Specialty Snack' plaque by the Chishui City Technical Quality Department, Chishui Tourism Bureau, and Chishui City Catering Association. 'Chenji Piglet Dumplings' have also gone on to receive a series of honors, including the 'Zunyi Region Famous and Specialty Snack Award' and the 'Guizhou Province Zhanwang Cup Culinary Competition Gold Medal in the Pastry Category.'

　　Especially in recent years, with the rise and development of tourism in Chishui City, more and more out-of-town visitors and foreign friends have come to invest and travel in Chishui, a city with a long history and beautiful scenery. While admiring Chishui’s picturesque landscapes, they also get to enjoy a variety of local delicacies. Many have sung high praises after tasting them and often take some back for their relatives and friends.

　　With increasing recognition, some restaurants and eateries in larger and medium-sized cities around Chishui have begun to gradually introduce Chenji Piglet Dumplings as their signature snack.

　　Friends, if you have the chance to visit Red Chishui, you must try the local snacks there—you’ll find it’s definitely worth the trip.

　　Chishui Chenji Piglet Dumplings Shop

　　Address: Shop 9, People's Hospital of the City

　　Phone: 0852—2822534