Rat dishes so popular in China, have to book in advance...

Many restaurants that feature rat meat dishes are enjoying brisk business in Zhongcun town of Panyu district in this Guangdong provincial capital, though medical experts warn of hidden safety risks.

The rat dishes are so popular that diners sometimes have to book in advance for a meal in some restaurants during peak hours.A staff member from the Jijiao street restaurant said rat dishes have been a major attraction at his restaurant for decades."The restaurant can now sell more than 40 kilograms of rat meat dishes a day," said the employee, who wished to remain anonymous.

Rat meat can be roasted, braised in soy sauce, stewed or cooked in soup, he said.One kg of rat meat costs diners about 50 yuan ($7.3), while the restaurant purchases the raw rat meat at about 15 yuan per kg, he said. More...

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