May 14,2026
Weiyang bean dishes come in a wide variety, with renowned specialties that are fragrant and exquisite.
The dried bean threads are dry, pale yellow in color, and fragrant with a subtle bean aroma. They form neat, uniform pieces, with a dense, resilient texture that holds its shape without breaking into strands. They are neither sour nor sticky, and offer a satisfying chew. When preparing “Da Zhu Gan Si,” Yangzhou chefs invariably use Weiyang‑style dried bean threads as the raw material, famously remarking, “Only these threads can do justice to this dish.” For years, high‑end banquets overseas have relied on air‑freight shipments of Yangzhou‑produced dried bean threads, precisely to preserve their authentic, unadulterated flavor.
