Also called Ma Yi Shang Shu, Ants on a Tree is a Sichuan Chinese classic whose English name sparks debate to this day. According to most sources, whoever saw this dish visualized the tender noodles as tree branches, the soft, sweet, and earthy cabbage as leaves, and the juicy, savory ground pork as ants. It's quite an interesting image, but it doesn't quite sell how amazing Ants on a Tree tastes! The sauce is tangy, smoky-sweet, and aromatic, with notes of nuttiness and deep umami, perfect for bringing out the best in each bite. Its name might provoke interpretation, but its flavor rings loud and clear!