阿蘭碗粿

This time in Tainan's Madou, I specifically came to taste the quite famous "A-Lan Rice Cake." This shop has a long history and is almost a must-try representative of the local cuisine. I ordered a rice cake and a bowl of pig's blood soup.

When the rice cake was served, its white appearance was drizzled with the shop's special sauce. The texture was slightly chewy, with fillings of minced pork and mushrooms, blending salty and fragrant flavors. Especially when the sauce combined with the rice cake, it brought out a rich rice aroma, and the texture was very solid. Adding a bit of garlic paste elevated the flavors even more.

As for the pig's blood soup, the broth was refreshing, and the pig's blood was cut neatly and tender, without any fishy taste. Biting into it revealed a delicate texture, perfectly complementing the broth. Although the bowl wasn't particularly stunning, it had a familiar and comforting taste, creating a great pairing with the rice cake.

The shop was quite crowded, and the seating was not spacious. On weekends, there’s a need to queue, and parking is not convenient. However, the turnover rate is quick, and the waiting time is acceptable. Overall, if you visit Madou, this set of rice cake with pig's blood soup truly represents the local snack culture.