51 Interesting Things Found At Chinese Street Food Markets

Thousand-Year-Old Egg

These eggs aren’t a thousand years old, as the name suggests. The egg is designed to look like it has been aged for that duration. They are often found in Chinese markets and are called “pidan” if you ever find yourself brave enough to try them.

They are coated with ash, clay, salt, and lime before fermentation. The fermentation process could take a few weeks to a  couple of months. Some have described the smell as a vinegar and stinky cheese smell. Whether this looks appetizing or not, you can make the judgment for yourself.