A bite of Lijiang

Updated : 2013-05-08
(chinadaily.com.cn)

Rainbow trout, known as Lijiang salmon,is a kind of fresh-water fish often used for sashimi or hot pot.

Rainbow trout, after frying, tastes delicious with chili powder.

Cured pork ribs are Lijiang's most characteristic food. The Naxi rural residents make the best cured pork ribs.

The local people love to eat ordate houttuynia, which tastes smooth and crisp.

The fish from Lashi Lake are tender and have few bones.

Horsebean cooked with garlic bolt and special meat oil.

Lijiang cured meat is fairly fatty. However, it's not greasy at all.

Many inns and lodges in Lijiang serve the popular roast suckling pig.

Roast suckling pig is a big dish in Lijiang. It is characterized by its crisp skin and sweet smell.

A local copper pot used to make tofu and vegetable soup