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黄牛肉火锅

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Yellow-cattle beef hotpot for dinner, or wild mushrooms in summer

Jinghong

Local yellow-cattle beef simmered in an herby broth, with greens cooked in at the table. It's one of the most recommended dishes after Dai food. From June to September, wild mushroom hotpot is the other favorite.

What locals sayMost posts put yellow-cattle hotpot on their eating lists alongside Dai food, best shared among three or four.
Time
1.5 hours · dinner
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黄牛肉火锅

Based on what locals and regular visitors share, checked against current sources · Updated September 2026. Details change — check opening times locally.