​Top 10 Iconic Fujian Cuisine Dishes: A Symphony of Mountains and Sea

Fujian cuisine (闽菜 mǐn cài), rooted in the coastal and mountainous landscapes of Fujian Province, masterfully blends fresh seafood, wild mushrooms, and sweet-savory flavors. Known for its soups, delicate knife skills, and use of red yeast rice (红糟 hóng zāo), here are 10 dishes that define Fujian’s culinary soul—from imperial banquets to humble street eats. 1. ​Buddha Jumps Over the Wall​ (佛跳墙 fó tiào qiáng) ​Origin: Fuzhou, Qing Dynasty​Legend: A fragrant stew so enticing that monks allegedly leaped temple walls to taste it.​Ingredients: Abalone, sea cucumber, shark fin, quail eggs, and aged Shaoxing…