Let’s talk about both.Īfter a bit of research, the meat filling is what’s called La Zhi Rou, 腊汁肉, which dates back over two thousand years! Pretty mind boggling that the Chinese were noshing on this delectable pork belly thousands of years ago. So there’s the meat, and there’s the bun. The direct translation for Rou Jia Mo ( 肉夹馍 ) is “meat in a bun,” which sort of makes it similar to what we’d think of as a hamburger, or maybe a Chinese sloppy joe. I’m still drooling over the photos of all the delicious snacks we gorged ourselves on. Many have not heard much about Shaanxi province in China, but you may have heard of its capital city, Xi’An, where you can find the legendary terracotta warriors.įor those of us who have visited Xi’an, we’ve had the chance to sample the amazing food there firsthand: Biang Noodles, Yang Rou Pao Mo ( 羊肉泡馍 ), Rou Jia Mo ( 肉夹馍 ), and many others.Ī few years ago, we visited Muslim Street, i.e., Xi’An’s street food heaven. Cool 10 minutes before serving.Did you know the Chinese Hamburger, or Rou Jia Mo ( 肉夹馍), was named Shaanxi Province’s Intangible Cultural Heritage of 2016? So the title doesn’t exactly roll off the tongue, but regardless, I’d say it’s a well-deserved honor! From the Cuisine of Shaanxi Province Place steamer in pan steam 15 minutes or until puffed and set.
Working with one dough ball at a time (cover remaining dough balls to keep from drying), roll ball into a 5-inch circle. Divide dough into 10 equal portions, forming each into a ball.Turn dough out onto a clean surface knead in baking powder. If indentation remains, dough has risen enough.) Cover and let rise in a warm place (85°), free from drafts, 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Place dough in a large bowl coated with cooking spray, turning to coat top. Knead until smooth and elastic (about 10 minutes). Turn dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Add flour, oil, and 1/4 teaspoon salt to yeast mixture stir until a soft dough forms. Lightly spoon flour into dry measuring cups level with a knife.To prepare dough, combine 1 cup warm water, sugar, and yeast in a large bowl let stand 5 minutes.
Add onions and next 7 ingredients (through 1/4 teaspoon salt) stir well to combine.