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Clay Pot Pork (& Didi - China's Uber) // Chengdu: City of Gastronomy 35

2,108 views · Published 19 April 2018 · 9:06 · Indexed 1 November 2026

Channel: Itchy Feet · 2018 · Travel & Events

Sara and I are eating clay pot pork, and to get to the restaurant to try it we’re taking Didi - China’s pumped up version of Uber. China's ride sharing app is the biggest in the world. In a day, it does over 25 million rides (25 times what Uber does). The app is easy to use - especially not that they have an English version. Needless to say, we got to the restaurant in a a timely and comfortable manner.

Tanzi rou, or clay pot pork is a traditional homestyle dish. It is said to have been invented by Sichuan farmers. Hunks of pork are combined with vegetables and a clear, often chicken, broth. It's all placed in a clay pot and simmered for hours on a very low heat. Similar to a crock pot, the meat comes out moist, tender, and it melts in your mouth.

This dish is quite unusual for Sichuan. First off, it contains no chilis or Sichuan peppercorns. Secondly, the flavors of the meat is the star here. In Sichuan, the meat's flavors are usually covered up with intense spices.

If you're looking to get away from the mala dishes, this is a fantastic option. The meat and vegetables were cooked beautifully and the broth was fantastic. We also ate small fried potatoes, and some dry fried green beans. Overall, an amazing meal.

WHERE TO GET CLAY POT PORK IN CHENGDU
The dish tánzi ròu (坛子肉) isn't widely cooked across Chengdu restaurants. It takes a long time to cook, so prior planning is a must. Many places with cook a batch and sell it until its gone.
East end of Chengdu - 柒刀菜干锅土菜馆 - https://ditu.amap.com/place/B0FFGXI8NB
A chain restaurant that has amazing food, including (in most locations) tanzi rou - 师徒情人民食堂 - https://ditu.amap.com/place/B0FFIR07C0

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Clay Pot Pork (& Didi - China's Uber) // Chengdu: City of Gastronomy 35

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