A-Bao Roasted Chicken Introduction
When it comes to the cooked food at Xinzhuang Public Market, A-Bao Roast Chicken, which has been selling roast chicken on the first floor of the market for over 50 years, is definitely a must-try local delicacy. The female owner, Li Baogui, is the second generation of the famous "Dongbao Dining Hall," which was well-known on Xinzhuang Old Street during the Japanese colonial period. Li Baogui's Taiwanese roast chicken sells hundreds of chickens during weekends, especially around the Lunar New Year, when the number can reach up to 500 a day, showcasing the love that the people of Xinzhuang have for A-Bao Roast Chicken. A-Bao's roasting method is quite unique. They select freshly slaughtered chickens, clean them, and marinate them with a special sauce. After the chicken absorbs the flavors, it is hung in a traditional oven. The fresh whole chicken, roasted at high temperatures, develops an enticing golden and shiny skin, while the meat remains tender and juicy, delivering an indescribably rich and fragrant taste reminiscent of the old days. This attracts many seasoned food enthusiasts from afar, who often purchase several chickens to savor at home.
