If you’ve ever wondered what those steamed buns filled with a mostly marinated meat filling are called, look no more. The 肉夹馍 (rou jia mo, literally “meat sandwiched steamed bread”) is an easy on-the-go snack or small meal you can find in snack stalls around Beijing. To learn more about this delicious snack, continue reading below.

The snack originated in China’s Shaanxi (Xian) and Ningxia regions, respectively. In the former, pork is used for the meat filling while the latter version uses mutton. The buns are of the steamed buns variety, and may sometimes be toasted prior to being stuffed with meat. There are many types to be enjoyed, and you can mainly find them wherever you spot a stacked pile of meat on a large skewer being turned and roasted. Look for stalls that sell this near bus stops and subway stations.

The process of having one made for you is quite simple. Ask for a rou jia mo. Next, a generous amount of meat will be shaved from the rotating column of meat and then mixed with a handful of vegetables like cucumber or onions. Afterwards, you will be asked if you’d like chili. Chili, or hot sauce, will be added in along with some spices and tomato sauce. The whole concoction is then mixed and then placed into a warm bun, ready for you to devour. Prices run around 5 RMB, making this a great deal.