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.