Buddha Jumps Over the Wall, also known as Buddha"s Temptation, is a variety of shark fin soup in Fujian cuisine. Since its creation during the Qing Dynasty,the dish has been regarded as a Chinese delicacy known for its rich taste,usage of various high-quality ingredients and special manner of cooking. The dish"s name is an allusion to the dish"s ability to entice the vegetarian monks from their temples to partake in the meat-based dish. It is high in protein and calcium.
International concerns over the sustainability and welfare of sharks have impacted consumption and availability of the soup.
Buddha Jumps Over the Wall, also known as Buddha"s Temptation, is a variety of shark fin soup in Fujian cuisine. Since its creation during the Qing Dynasty,the dish has been regarded as a Chinese delicacy known for its rich taste,usage of various high-quality ingredients and special manner of cooking. The dish"s name is an allusion to the dish"s ability to entice the vegetarian monks from their temples to partake in the meat-based dish. It is high in protein and calcium.
International concerns over the sustainability and welfare of sharks have impacted consumption and availability of the soup.