Qingtuan

Qīngtuán is a delightful green dumpling that holds a cherished place in Chinese cuisine. This seasonal treat is traditionally made with glutinous rice mixed with Chinese mugwort or barley grass and filled with sweet red or black bean paste. The process of making qingtuan is meticulous, and the special grass used is only edible in early spring. This makes qingtuan a highly sought-after delicacy, particularly during the Qingming Festival.

Today, you can find qingtuan in convenience stores across China, often made with glutinous rice mixed with matcha and filled with various ingredients like rousong (pork floss) or salted egg yolk. It is also a popular street food, with vendors preparing and selling these tasty dumplings fresh to eager customers.