Cicada Meatballs
The term "zhīliǎo" here refers to the local dialect word for cicadas. Making meatballs with cicadas is a unique dish. The preparation involves removing the wings and abdomen of the cicadas, finely chopping them together with chicken meat, mixing with glutinous rice flour, and cooking them in a tomato-based broth.
Once the tomato soup boils, the cicada paste is formed into meatballs and added to the pot. After cooking, they are scooped into a large bowl, sprinkled with chopped cilantro, green onions, a pinch of salt, and other seasonings, then served. The taste is delicious and distinctive—this dish is commonly prepared by the Dai people to entertain relatives and friends.
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