Luo Sheng Meat (Shredded Chicken-Style Preparation)
Origin: Nanjing, Jiangsu, China
Source: Yuan Mei 袁枚, 1792
Ingredients
- Meat (poultry or game bird)
- Seasonings (作料)
Instructions
- Prepare the meat using the chicken shredding method (雞鬆法). Preserve the skin on the surface. Finely mince the meat beneath the skin into small pieces, add the seasonings (作料), and cook through. This preparation is credited to the skill of Nie Xu.
- Note: The 'chicken shredding method' refers to a technique of breaking poultry into fine strands or crumbles through cooking and hand-shredding — a texture-based preparation prized in literati cuisine for its delicate finish.