Longshan A-Zong Oyster Omelette and Oyster Noodles Introduction
In the 1990s, Qigu Salt Mountain became a highlight of tourism in Taiwan, with tour buses flowing in continuously every day, causing nearby roads to be congested. Chen Mao-zong, a civil engineer who originally worked with cement tiles, saw the crowd and huge business opportunity. He set up a stall next to the Longshan Temple archway in his hometown, selling oyster cakes (kē tiā) and oyster noodles (kēzǎi miànxiàn). From being inexperienced to becoming proficient and improving his skills, Longshan A-Zong's oyster cakes and oyster noodles established a reputable brand, becoming a characteristic snack in the Longshan area and a must-visit for tourists climbing the salt mountain and exploring the lagoon. With so many types of snacks available, why choose to sell oyster cakes and oyster noodles? Chen Mao-zong explains: oysters are local ingredients; the oysters grown in Longshan are large and plump, and the water quality of the Qigu lagoon where the Longshan oyster farms are located is clean and completely unpolluted, allowing customers to eat safely and hygienically. Since the main dishes that can be made with oysters are oyster cakes and oyster noodles, he chose to sell those. The batter for Longshan A-Zong's oyster cakes includes soybean flour, wheat flour, crispy flour, and also adds sweet potato starch, ensuring that the oyster cakes remain crispy whether eaten fresh or taken away, without becoming soft and losing their texture. The filling consists of cabbage, garlic chives, celery, and fresh, plump oysters, which are the soul of the oyster cakes. A bite brings a burst of oyster flavor that fills the mouth and nose...
