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Donkey burger
Donkey sandwich, Baoding style (20160310111719).jpg
Course Snack, Side dish
Place of origin Baoding and Hejian, China
Serving temperature Hot
Main ingredients Donkey meat, bread

The donkey burger (called lǘròu huǒshāo in Chinese) is a special kind of sandwich. It's very popular in cities like Baoding and Hejian in Hebei Province, China. People there think it's a local favorite! You can also find it in other parts of China, especially in the northeast.

This tasty snack is made with chopped or shredded donkey meat. The meat is placed inside a huǒshāo, which is a roasted, flaky bread pocket. It's often eaten as a quick snack or as part of a bigger meal. Donkey burgers are a popular street food. You can even find them in fancy restaurants!

What Makes Donkey Burgers Special?

A famous saying in Hebei Province goes, "In Heaven there is dragon meat, on Earth there is donkey meat." This shows how much people love donkey meat! It's considered a real treat.

Donkey sandwich, Hejian style (20160220143311)
Hejian-style donkey burgers

Two Main Styles

Donkey burgers come in two main styles: the Baoding style and the Hejian style. They have some cool differences!

  • Baoding Style: This style uses a round huǒshāo bread. The donkey meat inside is served hot.
  • Hejian Style: This style uses a rectangular huǒshāo bread. The donkey meat inside is usually served cold.

Both styles often include green chili-pepper and fresh cilantro leaves. These add a nice flavor kick!

A Bit of History

Donkey burgers have a long history in China. People believe they have been around since the Ming Dynasty. That was a very long time ago! It shows how much people have enjoyed this unique sandwich for centuries.

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