Zhuwei Chen's Gua Bao Introduction
In Tamsui, there are several guabao (Taiwanese pork belly buns) shops that are popular among students and frequently featured in food television shows. Among them, Chen's Guabao, located on Minzu Road near Zhuwei MRT Station, stands out. The guabao has a chewy and delicate skin, served generously with a large piece of the owner's special braised pork. The owner emphasizes that this braised pork follows a family recipe, with a perfect balance of fatty and lean meat that has been simmered for a long time. Each piece of pork is not only visually appealing, resembling amber, but the fatty part melts in your mouth while the lean part is tender and enjoyable. It is rich in flavor without being greasy, with a hint of sweetness, creating a multi-layered taste experience. The addition of fragrant peanut powder further exemplifies the art of this snack. Even food enthusiasts coming all the way from Taipei are drawn in by its aroma. Chen’s Guabao also offers a delicious fried spare rib noodle dish, which is smooth and tasty, made with a base of hearty bone broth and topped with crispy fried spare ribs, creating a delightful culinary harmony with the guabao.
