Wax Apple Braised Pork Rice Introduction
Established in 1975, this well-known shop in the Sanchong area has gained a reputation as a classic eatery. The interesting name comes from the owner's nickname; when the owner was a child, he picked a wax apple during a traditional coming-of-age ceremony, which led to his nickname "Wax Apple." As he grew up and started selling braised pork rice, he chose to name the shop after it. The braised pork cubes here are a mix of lean and fatty parts, tender and melt-in-your-mouth. The shop also serves a variety of flavorful side dishes, such as braised cabbage and braised tofu. In addition to local residents, it is a favorite spot among many drivers. This wax apple braised pork rice, which has been passed down through two generations, is located near the Sanchong District Office. Since the primary customer base consists mainly of middle-aged workers engaged in physically demanding jobs, over time, these customers have developed a fixed impression of the food as being hearty and filling. This can be seen in the representative dish, braised pork rice, where the meat is predominantly fatty. Although the aroma may not compare to other famous old shops, the fatty meat provides the necessary calories for laborers, satisfying the need for a hearty meal. It has even been featured in a culinary report by 非凡大探索.
