Shantou Travel Guide

Hand-pounded beef balls with an incredibly bouncy texture, served in a clear beef broth with vermicelli. A signature Chaoshan snack that requires hours of pounding to achieve the perfect texture.

Fresh oysters mixed with sweet potato starch and eggs, pan-fried until crispy golden. Served with fish sauce and cilantro. A beloved street food that showcases the coastal flavors of Chaoshan.

A Chaoshan specialty featuring the massive lion-head goose, slow-braised in a rich soy-based sauce with star anise and traditional spices. The goose is tender, flavorful, and often served cold as an appetizer.

Thinly sliced fresh beef served with a clear broth made from beef bones and herbs. Each cut of beef is carefully selected and sliced at the table. Dipped in a savory satay sauce, it is a culinary experience not to be missed.

Flat rice noodles made from a mixture of rice flour and water, served in a savory broth with beef, meatballs, and vegetables. A staple breakfast and comfort food across the Chaoshan region.

A warm dessert soup made from glutinous rice balls cooked in sweet ginger syrup. Often served with peanuts, red dates, and lotus seeds. A comforting traditional Chaoshan dessert.