Zhu za Tang

Zhu za Tang is one of the classic dishes in the offal soup tradition of China. Traditionally it features onion, pepper and pork.

Zhu za tang, a pork offal soup, is a staple of southern Chinese cuisine, particularly associated with the Chaoshan and Cantonese culinary traditions. Its precise origins are debated, as offal soups have long been part of local street-food culture, but the dish is widely recognized for its simple, peppery broth that highlights the freshness of the ingredients.

Regional variations abound: in Chaoshan it is often served with rice or noodles, while in Hong Kong it may be paired with rice vermicelli and seasoned more heavily with white pepper. The soup holds cultural significance as a nourishing, everyday comfort food, commonly enjoyed at breakfast or late-night stalls, and it reflects the broader Chinese practice of using every part of the animal in cooking.