National ICH: Juchunyuan fotiaoqiang (Buddha Jumps Over the Wall) recipe

The recipe for Juchunyuan fotiaoqiang (Buddha Jumps Over the Wall) originated in Fuzhou city, Fujian province, and has been recognized as a national-level intangible cultural heritage under traditional craftsmanship.

Fotiaoqiang is a renowned local delicacy in Fuzhou, renowned as a classic dish within Min cuisine.

Established in 1865, Juchunyuan is a historic restaurant in the heart of Fuzhou and the oldest restaurant in Fujian province. Its signature dish fotiaoqiang, has been passed down through generations of chefs.

Fotiaoqiang is a slow-cooked delicacy, typically prepared with over thirty different ingredients and seasonings. These ingredients undergo multiple stages of preliminary processing stages before being carefully layered and slow-cooked in a Shaoxing wine jar over a low flame.

For over a century, the chefs at Juchunyuan have preserved and refined the recipe of fotiaoqiang.

Fotiaoqiang stands as a pinnacle of Fujian cuisine, embodying its distinctive flavors and craftsmanship. It has graced state banquets in Beijing and also earned prestigious accolades such as the "Golden Tripod Award" for national culinary excellence. Its fame has spread across the world, captivating diners and establishing itself as an international brand representing Min cuisine.