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Anhui cuisine (徽菜 huī cài), rooted in the Huangshan Mountains and ancient Huizhou culture, celebrates wild ingredients, slow-fire techniques, and rustic elegance. From fermented delicacies to hearty clay pot stews, here are 10 dishes that embody Anhui’s culinary wisdom—forged by mountains, preserved by time. 1. Stinky Mandarin Fish (臭鳜鱼 chòu guì yú) Origin: Huizhou merchants, Ming DynastyFermented Magic: Freshwater fish dry-cured for days, creating a pungent aroma that transforms into umami richness when braised.Cultural Quirk: Born from necessity—merchants preserved fish during long journeys, creating an accidental masterpiece. 2. Hairy Tofu (毛豆腐 máo dòu…
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