Jin Zhi Red Rice Wine Meatball Introduction
The reputation of Jinzhi Red Yeast Meatballs is well-deserved, as the restaurant takes great care in every aspect of the production process and ingredient selection. For the red yeast meatballs, everything from making and fermenting the red yeast to wrapping the meatballs is done by hand. The red yeast is specifically selected to start fermenting only after autumn, and once fermented, it must be sealed. The meat used in the meatballs is high-quality pork belly, marinated in red yeast to enhance its flavor, resulting in a tender texture that is not overly chewy. Several spices are added, including five-spice powder, star anise powder, black pepper powder, and cinnamon powder. The bamboo shoots inside are made from fresh bamboo shoots sourced from Zhushan. Additionally, the outer layer is not just any ordinary wrapper; it is made from a mixture of three types of flour: wheat starch, sweet potato flour, and glutinous rice flour, creating a smooth and chewy texture.
