Among the "Ten Great Oddities of Shan Province" is one called "griddle cakes like pot lids," which refers to *guokui*.
It's known for being "dry, crisp, white, and fragrant." While there are many ways to eat it, it's also delicious when boiled.
When it was time to eat, Li Xiang took out three *guokui* and cut them into small pieces. You could also tear them by hand, depending on your preference.
He brought a pot of water to a boil and added pre-soaked wood ear mushrooms and dried lily flowers, cooking them until tender. Then, he added the cut *guokui*, cracked in two eggs, sprinkled in some pepper, salt, and chopped scallions, and let it simmer for a few more moments.
While Li Xiang was making the boiled *guokui*, his grandmother used a pair of tongs to hold another one over the charcoal fire in the stove. She roasted it slowly, turning it over and over. The sesame seeds on its surface sizzled as they released their oil, filling the air with a rich aroma.
