Qingtuan (青团): Mugwort Mochi

It’s a clear sign of spring when these little green glutinous rice dumplings, or Qingtuan (青团), appear in supermarkets and food stores in Shanghai. It’s as much a sign of spring as daffodils, robins, and the grass turning lush and green.  I grew up eating qingtuan and always loved the unique aroma of the green … Continue reading Qingtuan (青团): Mugwort Mochi