Rou Yuan (Meatball)

Rou Yuan is a flavorful tapioca-skinned ball filled with braised pork and bamboo shoots, each piece requiring 15 minutes of steaming to achieve its signature translucent, chewy exterior. A single meatball costs NT$35 and contains 15 grams of protein, making it 20% more affordable per gram of protein than #2 Zongzi, while boasting 40% less fat thanks to the lean bamboo shoot filling. This balance of succulence and lightness makes it a satisfying yet guilt-free Taiwanese street snack.