Jia Yi Meat Zongzi - Quail Egg and Taro Zongzi Introduction
Jia Yi Rice Dumplings, now in its third generation, is a well-established rice dumpling shop in the Shulin District. The Chen family offers a nostalgic taste of northern-style dumplings, making it a must-visit for food connoisseurs, especially during the festive seasons, who return to savor the exquisite flavors of various rice dumplings. One of Jia Yi's signature dumplings, the "Quail Egg Taro Rice Dumpling," is a hidden gem known only to insiders. Unlike the fillings commonly found in the market, this dumpling, based on decades-old traditional recipes, is filled with quail eggs, taro, pork belly, pickled vegetables, mushrooms, potatoes, chestnuts, and sakura shrimp, which are sautéed together with high-quality glutinous rice from Changhua and then steamed, delivering an incredibly rich taste that food lovers rave about. Additionally, the Liver Sausage and Bamboo Shoot Dumpling, made with selected glutinous rice, Chinese sausage, liver sausage, potatoes, mushrooms, dried bamboo shoots, and dried shrimp, is also a popular favorite. For those who enjoy Hakka flavors, the Hakka Squid Dumpling, filled with shredded squid, dried shrimp, mushrooms, dried tofu, and dried bamboo shoots, is a must-try. The Crispy Dried Fish Dumpling and the Bacon Bamboo Shoot Dumpling are also rare delicacies in the market; food enthusiasts can pre-order them for delivery before the Dragon Boat Festival.
