Siguo Tang

A traditional Minnan dessert, Siguo Tang (or Four Fruits Soup) is the taste of summer etched in Fujian's collective memory. This refreshing treat starts with a base of translucent seaweed jelly, topped with seasonal fruits like watermelon, pineapple, barley, and mung beans, then drizzled with honey or syrup and finished with shaved ice—each spoonful a burst of cool sweetness.

Old-school Minnan shops still simmer seaweed the traditional way, giving the broth its uniquely smooth, oceanic essence. In Zhangzhou, chewy "adatze" (tapioca pearls) are a must, while Quanzhou locals favor an extra scoop of taro paste. This humble bowl overflows with Fujian’s culinary soul. Today, this century-old sweet delight remains the most vibrant taste of summer on Fujian’s streets.