Ice Grilling: A Hot Topic in China
A recent culinary trend in China has sparked both intrigue and controversy. Known as “ice grilling,” this unique dish has caught the attention of many, but not without skepticism.
The Dish
Ice grilling involves placing ice cubes onto a hot grill and then sprinkling on a variety of ingredients such as peppers, spices, green onions, and cilantro. The result is a dish that has gained popularity, especially in the Changsha region of Hunan Province, China. This dish has also garnered attention on social media platforms, with a video featuring ice grilling receiving 26,000 likes on Chinese social networking services (SNS).
The Controversy
Despite its popularity, the authenticity of ice grilling has come into question. Some have refuted the existence of this dish in China, with claims that it is a made-up creation by street vendors. Additionally, there are conflicting reports about its origin, with some suggesting that it dates back to the Middle Ages.
The Debate Continues
While the debate rages on, videos of ice grilling continue to trend on platforms such as TikTok and YouTube. The sight of ice cubes not melting on a hot grill has raised doubts and further fueled the discussion surrounding this unique culinary phenomenon.
Concerns
Interestingly, in the Greater China region, ice grilling is interpreted as one of the so-called “ladies’ dinners.” This trend, which involves mixing various foods such as bread, cheese, vegetables, and popcorn, has raised concerns about its potential impact on eating behaviors and attitudes.
In conclusion, the rise of ice grilling in China has ignited both fascination and skepticism, leaving food enthusiasts and skeptics alike questioning the authenticity and implications of this intriguing culinary trend.
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Same as hot aaa (iced American)?
Food made by placing ice cubes on a grill and sprinkling on peppers, spices, green onions, cilantro, and toppings is a hot topic in China under the name ‘ice grilling.’
However, some netizens claim that this is fake, saying, “I have never seen a dish like this in China.”
The New York Post reported on the 5th that ice-grilled dishes seen in Changsha, Hunan Province, China, are becoming increasingly popular. Taiwan’s Straits Times also reported that a video featuring such food got 26,000 likes on Chinese social networking services (SNS).
The South China Morning Post also reported, “Grilled ice cubes are becoming a popular street food in China.”
The price of this dish is 15 yuan, which is said to be about 3,000 won in Korean currency. According to reports, a vendor selling this dish claimed that it is a specialty of northeastern China.
Like other grilled dishes, ice grilling is completed by placing ice on a grill and spreading various sauces and spices.
An influencer who posted the dish on Chinese social media asked a street vendor, “Should I eat it while it’s hot or when it’s cooled a bit?” The street vendor replied, “You have to eat it right away while it’s hot,” and the influencer who tried the food said, “It’s very spicy and the taste is great.”
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As this video became popular, local Chinese people began to refute it, saying it was “baseless.”
A senior engineer at China’s Harbin Standardization Research Institute pointed out, “There is no such thing as grilled ice in northeast China,” and added, “This was made by street vendors.”
A Chinese person who said he was from this region said, “I have lived in the northeast for a long time, but I have never seen this kind of food.” However, some have argued that this dish originated in the Middle Ages.
As the debate continues, these feeds are still trending on TikTok and YouTube to attract attention.
In particular, the video shows that ice does not melt in a hot fire, raising doubts among netizens.
In the Greater China region, this meal is interpreted as one of the so-called ‘ladies’ dinners’.
‘Women’s food’ is food made by mixing various foods such as bread, cheese, vegetables, and popcorn, and has become a popular content mainly among women on SNS such as TikTok.
However, it raises concerns that it could cause eating disorders or excessive news.
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