Traditional Street Foods From Around the World

In northern China, jianbing is a popular breakfast street food that resembles a savory crepe. A batter of mung bean or wheat flour is cooked on a hot griddle, then topped with an egg, scallions, cilantro, hoisin sauce, chili paste, and a crispy fried cracker known as baocui. It’s folded up like a wrap and eaten on the go.

Jianbing vendors often set up in early mornings outside metro stations and busy intersections. Its layers of texture and flavor—crunchy, soft, spicy, and sweet—make it a breakfast favorite among locals.