A Decades-Old Local Gem! Kaohsiung Nanzi's 'Youchang Wonton' - Soft, Chewy, Translucent Steamed Wontons & Flavorful Four Goddess

If you're looking for a place to eat around the Yuanchang Marshal Temple in Kaohsiung's Nanzi district, the local's secret stash definitely includes this time-honored establishment – 'Youchang Wonton'! Unlike the common deep-fried wontons found in central and northern Taiwan, the authentic southern style 'steamed wonton' conquers countless discerning palates with its refreshing and non-greasy unique charm, and it's a classic, affordable Taiwanese taste that many locals have grown up eating! When you come here, the signature dish that every table must order is the 'steamed wonton'! The shop follows ancient methods, steaming it with pure rice batter until the crystal-clear skin is soft and chewy with just the right amount of rice fragrance. It's smooth and doesn't get mushy when you bite into it. Inside the thin, translucent skin, you'll find a hearty pork filling. The meat is tender and juicy, seasoned perfectly, and not greasy at all. After steaming, it's drizzled with a special sweet and savory rice sauce, and then you can add a large spoonful of minced garlic and chili sauce to your liking. The garlicky and spicy aroma explodes on your tongue, and one after another, they slide down your throat. You'll need three or four just for yourself to feel satisfied! After finishing the dry wontons, you absolutely can't miss the classic soup recognized by foodies – the 'Four Goddess Soup'! The milky white broth, simmered slowly, is mellow and sweet with a faint aroma of angelica and medicinal herbs. The small intestines inside are cleaned extremely well and are crisp and tender, paired with soft-cooked barley, making the whole bowl hearty and warming. If you prefer clear soup, the 'Meatball Soup' and 'Fish Ball Soup', based on the sweet clear bone broth and sprinkled with chopped celery and pepper, are equally springy and fresh, perfectly balancing the rich sauce flavor of the wontons!