Vietnamese Football Star's Wife Tries Durian Chicken Hotpot in China

She was puzzled by the dish's name, but decided to try it.

The hotpot had a unique flavor, combining salty and sweet notes with durian's creaminess. It was also thick and sticky.

The hotpot combines Qingyuan chicken and fresh durian from Southeast Asia. Despite the strong smell, it has gained popularity among tourists in southern China.

People in Guangdong traditionally cook chicken with coconut or herbs. But with more durian imports, hotpot with durian has become popular.

China is the world's largest durian market, importing 1.868 million tonnes in 2025.

Durian chicken hotpot in China.

The main ingredients are chicken, bone broth, and fresh durian pulp.

The broth is prepared with coconut water or red dates. Fresh durian pulp is added, giving it a pale yellow color and creamy consistency. The pulp melts into the broth as it heats up.

Some restaurants stir-fry the chicken over charcoal to enhance the aroma.

A durian hot pot for two to three people costs 180-260 yuan. Premium durian varieties can cost around 350 yuan. The price varies depending on the durian type. It is a unique dining experience.

Huyen was born in 2000 in Hanoi and has a strong online presence through her cosmetics business.

Huyen's husband is a celebrated footballer who won a gold medal at the SEA Games 2019 and played in the 2018 AFC U23 Championship. He also helped Vietnam reach the third qualifying round in the 2022 World Cup qualifiers.

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