Sautéed Camel Hump

Last updated 2026-11-13 — Sautéed Camel Hump is a delicacy that originated over 1,500 years ago during the Anlong era of the Jin Dynasty. It was created by a chef in Jiuquan for King Li Hao of the Western Liang when he relocated from Dunhuang to Jiuquan. Since then, the dish has spread across various regions of Gansu. Over the centuries, master chefs have continuously refined and improved the recipe, making its preparation increasingly delicate and the knife skills more refined—far surpassing the version enjoyed by King Li Hao back then.