A traditional Hainan snack made by mixing pounded jishiteng herb leaves with rice flour — the name is unflattering, but the taste is sweet, fragrant and cooling. It is at its best around mid-July on the lunar calendar.
Price & budget (local reference)
Price range8–15 RMB per bowlFrom our fact database — prices vary by season and venue.
Origin
海南传统民间小吃，以鸡屎藤（一种中草药植物）的叶子榨汁与米粉混合制成，虽名字不雅但味道香甜可口，有清凉解毒之效。
The story
海南传统甜品，七月半前后最应季。虽然名字不太雅观，但味道确实让人惊艳。
Tip Best around mid-July on the lunar calendar — don't let the name put you off.
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