Today, Sa Qi Ma (Manchu Steamed Bun) is a famous household Snack in Beijing. Sa Qi Ma used to be a Manchu bobo (cake). Though this name is a Manchu language, it is recognized and popular among customers.

Originally, Sa Qi Ma was an important contribution in Manchu and then became popular among other nationalities. It was a household food and appeared various occasions like wedding dinner and even funeral dining.