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Calling all fans of delicious handheld treats! If you’re strolling around the diverse Wanhua district, near the Longshan Temple, you must stop at this hidden gem. Yuan Fang<\/strong> Gua Bao<\/a><\/span><\/strong> aren’t your typical Taiwanese hamburgers \u2013 Gua Bao<\/a><\/span><\/strong> are all about packing layers of flavour and texture into a fluffy steamed bun. Traditionally, they’re filled with melt-in-your-mouth braised pork belly, then some pickled mustard greens, peanut sugar is then spooned on top, and finally it all finishes with a sprig of cilantro. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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It’s not surprising that Gua Bao<\/a><\/span><\/strong> has its own article in The Michelin Guide entitled: What is Taiwanese Gua Bao?<\/a><\/span><\/strong>, and it’s even less surprising that Yuan Fang Gua Bao have been included in The Michelin Guide’s Bib Gourmand Taipei for a few years in a row<\/a><\/span><\/strong>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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This tasty snack has been steadily rising in popularity all over the world, with Gua Bao<\/a><\/span><\/strong> popping up in Hong Kong<\/a><\/span><\/strong>, London<\/a><\/span><\/strong>, Sydney<\/a><\/span><\/strong> and even in Barcelona<\/span><\/strong>! But, while I have tried it from many places overseas, it really doesn’t get better than right here in Taiwan!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Imagine this:<\/strong> a warm, pillowy bun cradling a tender piece of pork belly, brightened by the tang of pickled mustard greens and the creamy crunch of sweetend crushed peanuts. Each bite is a balanced symphony of sweet, savory, and salty notes, making Gua Bao<\/a><\/span><\/strong> the perfect pick-me-up or satisfying snack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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So ditch the burger joint and head to this Wanhua stall for an authentic taste of Taiwan! Read and see more below about what makes Yuan Fang<\/strong> Gua Bao<\/a><\/span><\/strong> in the Hua Xi Street Night Market around Long Shan Temple one of the best Taiwanese hamburgers that you can get your hands on anywhere.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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