No. 5 Grilled Sausages (10~30NTD) Grilled Sausages can be found everywhere in Taiwan   Taiwanese sausages are one of the most com...

Top 5 Taiwanese Street Food


No. 5 Grilled Sausages (10~30NTD)

Grilled Sausages can be found everywhere in Taiwan
 Taiwanese sausages are one of the most common street foods in Taiwan. You can find them in every night market and in most high street eateries. Unlike most sausages, the Taiwanese version is mildly sweet and is the perfect for hungry foodies who cannot decide whether they want something sweet or savory. Aside from its taste and commonality, it's price is a dime a dozen. 

No.4 Pig Blood's Cake(20~40NTD)

It may sound frightening but actually it is quite tasty
 Pork blood mixed with sticky rice and soy broth may not sound appetizing. But after steaming it and coating it with a thick layer of grounded peanut (adding cilantro is optional), you'll get a delicious creation. Frightened by the name, most foreigner wouldn't dare to eat such combination. However, if you are able to get past the name and have a try, you'll be amazed by its taste. 

No. 3 Taiwanese Fried Chicken(50~150NTD)

You just can't get enough of it
 Probably one of the most famous street food in Taiwan, the size of the fried chicken varies from the size of your hand to the size of your face. The most famous stall where they sell this mouth-watering street food is in Shihlin Night market. There, the fried chicken are as big as your face and you get to choose between numerous seasoning. 

No. 2  Braised good (Price Varies)

These goods ranges from seaweed to instant noodles
 Essentially, braised goods are assorted ingredients braised in soy sauce and different spices. Vendors will have a wide range of ingredients for you to choose from. These ingredients can range from iconic Taiwanese street food such as Pig's blood cake to instant noodles. These goods are soaked in delicious soup and will surely make you want more. 

No. 1 Stinky Tofu (30~50NTD)

Stinky Tofu is the most famous street food in Taiwan
 Without a doubt, Stinky Tofu is the most famous Taiwanese street food. What sets it apart from all the other street foods is its peculiar aroma and its wonderful taste. You can see it literally everywhere.  Some have compared its taste and smell to good cheese like the blue cheese and others have compared to durians. Its smell has put off many foreigners therefore making it a fun challenge to do when visiting night markets in Taiwan. 

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