Xingang Stir-Fried Duck Soup Introduction
Many food enthusiasts can’t forget the deliciousness of duck soup, especially the highly praised "Xingang Stir-Fried Duck Soup" in Banqiao, which features authentic flavors from Chiayi's Xingang. This unassuming little shop located on Zhongzheng Road is named after the owner, Jiang Huizhen, a former Banqiao district chief, who has insisted on local flavors for many years. She uses the famous Gaojia Five-Print Vinegar from Shulin as the seasoning agent, making this Taiwanese snack a delicacy in the eyes of food lovers. The preparation of duck soup begins by frying garlic, onion, and chili in oil, then stir-frying fresh duck meat shreds. After the meat is fragrant, crispy and sweet Meishan bamboo shoots from the owner's hometown are added, finished with a drizzle of Five-Print Vinegar; just a taste is enough to impress. Instead of using cornstarch for thickening, Jiang Huizhen carefully selects locally produced sweet potato starch, making it healthier and lighter. The duck soup can be enjoyed with noodles, vermicelli, or rice noodles. The southern style of eating "duck soup with rice" is worth trying, as the rice absorbs the savory and flavorful duck soup, making for a perfect combination. Don’t miss Jiang Huizhen's side dishes of braised king oyster mushrooms and braised five-spice tofu, either.
