Snack · Deep-fried

Mianwo (Rice and Soybean Fritter)

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Its distinctive ring shape, thick at the edges and thin in the middle, is said to have been improvised during wartime using repurposed empty cans as molds.

A batter of rice and soybeans is ladled into a ring-shaped mold and deep-fried until it forms a golden, doughnut-like fritter with crisp edges and a softer center.

Why it's made this way: The improvised, mold-shaped frying technique reflects the resourcefulness of Wuhan's street food vendors during difficult periods.