Yang Mama's Small Eatery Introduction
This small shop, located in a narrow alley in Luzhou and operating for over 20 years, has gained a reputation for its delicious Ah-Gei and sweet potato balls, leading to an increasing number of loyal customers. Inside the bean curd skin, there are chewy stewed mung bean noodles, wrapped in fresh fish paste, served in a steaming bowl of sweet potato ball soup. You can enjoy a bite of Ah-Gei with a sip of soup, and also mix the mung bean noodles into the broth for a different flavor. The special sauce drizzled over the Ah-Gei and sweet potato balls is another memorable aspect of this dish. Local residents and students have been enjoying it for years, with even customers who have moved to central and southern Taiwan making special trips back for it. This cozy little shop's Ah-Gei is somewhat different from the ones in Tamsui, as it can be served both in soup and dry styles. The perfect partner for the tasty Ah-Gei is the sauce, a product of the owner's years of experience, made from a base of miso, yellow soybeans, and chili peppers, sautéed and sweetened to create a special proportion that makes the sauce sweet without being heavy, complementing the Ah-Gei superbly. Yang Mama's Small Eatery has been passed down to the second generation, who have refurbished the old shop to promote traditional snacks, adding food models at the entrance and air conditioning inside, turning it into a comfortable dining experience. They also offer express delivery services online, allowing those who do not live in Luzhou to enjoy the owner’s culinary skills. Recommended dish: Ah-Gei.
