Question
What are Jordan Campbell's top recommended Taiwanese street foods to try?
Answer
Based on the content I've shared, here are some of the Taiwanese street foods I recommend:
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Stinky Tofu: This is one of the most popular Taiwanese street foods. It's packed with flavor and a great way to fill your stomach when you're on your feet all day.
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Spicy Beef Noodles: These noodles are pretty good, and they weren't too hard on my stomach, either. I had them at the famous Jiufen Old Street.
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Gua Bao: This is braised pork belly slapped on a steamed bun and piled high with different seasonings, like mustard greens and cilantro.
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Iron Eggs: These eggs are stewed in spices and then air-dried over and over until they turn black (or a very dark brown). They're supposed to taste amazing.
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Aiyu Jelly: This is a smooth, refreshing treat – basically a type of jell-o made from figs, usually topped with honey and lime.
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Black Pepper Buns: These buns are baked in big canisters after being stuffed with meat and green onions.
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Scallion Pancakes: These are more like a pan-fried flat bread. They fill you up nicely and the scallions add a good punch of flavor.
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Shrimp Balls: These are made by chopping up shrimp and mixing it with tapioca and a bunch of other ingredients.
I hope this gives you a good starting point for your Taiwanese street food adventure! What other aspects of Taiwanese culture are you interested in?