Banqiao Codonopsis, a renowned variety of traditional Chinese medicinal herbs, is a specialty of Hubei Province and a nationally certified geographical indication product. Originally produced in Banqiao Town, Enshi City, it was officially designated as "China's Ban Codonopsis" in July 1981, also known as "Banqiao Codonopsis," or simply "Ban Codonopsis." With high content of active ingredients and excellent quality, Banqiao Codonopsis is ranked among China’s…
Enshi Purple Oil Magnolia Bark is a traditional and highly valued medicinal herb from Enshi Prefecture, Hubei Province. It is primarily produced in Shuangheqiao, Shuanghe Township, and is also known as "Shuanghe Magnolia Bark" (see Figure 1: Enshi Purple Oil Magnolia Bark). The region has a long history of cultivation, and the product is renowned for its premium quality, deep purple color, and rich oil content—hence the name "Purple Oil Magnolia Bark." The variety from Shuangheqiao, Enshi City, is the most famous...
Huchuan Mountainous Pigs are an excellent local pig breed known for their high-quality pork, which meets international standards for superior meat quality. They are recognized for their relatively high slaughter rate, abundant fat, thin skin, and are commonly used for making ham and cured meats. Well-suited for mountainous farming, they originate from the border areas of Hubei Province, Sichuan Province, Hunan Province, and Chongqing Municipality, particularly in the eastern part of the Sichuan Basin...
Braised Rabbit in a Hot Pot Ingredients: Main ingredient: rabbit meat; Secondary ingredients: bamboo shoots, lotus root, fava beans; Seasonings: salt, chicken powder, sugar, cooking wine, light soy sauce, dried chili peppers, dried Sichuan peppercorns, chili powder, Sichuan pepper powder, cumin powder, ginger, scallions, garlic; Braised Rabbit in a Hot Pot Cooking Method: 1. Wash the rabbit meat, cut into pieces, and blanch. 2. Heat oil in a pan, prepare caramelized sugar, when the sugar...
Lichuan is located at an altitude of over 1,000 meters, so its fruits ripen later than those in nearby counties and cities, effectively avoiding the peak fruit harvest season. Lichuan pears are known for their large size, thick flesh, thin skin, abundant juice, crisp texture, and sweet taste. In particular, the sweet, crisp, and delicate flavor of Lichuan pears is widely renowned, making them especially popular among consumers in Enshi, Wanzhou, and other areas. Fresh Lichuan pears...
Baiyang Dam in Lichuan produces a type of five-spice dried tofu. This tofu is as thin as paper, lemon-yellow in color, fragrant, and has a lingering aftertaste, making it truly unique. Its processing method does not use salt, brine, or gypsum. Instead, soybeans are ground into soybean curd, poured into square molds, compressed, then slowly dried over a low flame, and finally sprinkled with spices. Other regions have tried this method to make similar tofu, but none can match the distinctiveness of Baiyang Dried Tofu. The reason lies in a spring in Baiyang Dam—cool, sweet, and flowing year-round. Only tofu made with this spring water possesses its unique color, aroma, taste, and texture. Locals call this spring “divine water.” Legend has it that during the Qing Dynasty’s Kangxi Emperor’s reign, local officials presented Baiyang Dried Tofu as a tribute to the imperial court and were rewarded with the title “exotic food from the deep mountains.” (Lichuan)
Kidney beans are grown in high-altitude cold regions at elevations of 1,400 to 2,000 meters, with a long growth period of up to 180 days. The main varieties include large white kidney beans, small white kidney beans, and purple-flowered kidney beans. Lichuan is a major production area for kidney beans in western Hubei, yielding over 2,000 tons annually. Lichuan kidney beans are known for their plump grains, clean and smooth texture, tender flesh, fragrant taste, and delicious flavor...
Also known as "dragon head vegetable," commonly called wolf fern or cat fern, it belongs to the fern family. A perennial herbaceous plant without above-ground stems, its leaves grow in clusters from underground stems. Brown in color and slender in shape, the leaves bear sporangia clusters. The tips of young leaves are coiled inward in a spiral pattern. There is a distinction between trophophylls (nutrient leaves) and sporophylls (spore-producing leaves). It grows in acidic soils along streams and in forests. In late spring to early summer, the tender leaves are harvested, …
The daylily, also known as golden needle vegetable, daylily flower, or herb of forgetfulness, is a perennial herbaceous plant belonging to the Hemerocallis genus of the Liliaceae family. It is a prized dried vegetable, rich in nutrients. Ji Kang’s “Treatise on Nourishing Life” states: “The Albizia tree dispels anger, and the daylily relieves sorrow — this is known to both the wise and the foolish.” Lichuan daylilies are rich in carotene, riboflavin, …
Also known as Dioscorea opposita. A perennial twining vine plant with three types of vines: green, white, and red. In April, seedlings sprout and spread, featuring purple stems and green leaves with three pointed tips, resembling the leaves of white morning glories but glossier. From May to June, it blooms in spikes of milky white flowers. The pods grow in clusters, each formed by three fused edges, hollow and seedless, varying in size with earth-yellow skin and white flesh. They can be used for propagation. When cooked...
Wudong Green Peak is a strip-shaped baked green tea produced in the Wudong Slope area of Zhonglu Town, Lichuan City, western Hubei. The tea features a vibrant emerald color and prominent bud tips, hence the name "Wudong Green Peak." Flipping through the *Comprehensive Dictionary of Ancient and Modern Chinese Place Names*, one can find "Longqu County" in the southwestern frontier of today’s Enshi Prefecture...
Breed Name: Enshi Partridge Duck
Lantian Village in Maoba Town, Lichuan City, is located in the heart of Xingdou Mountain, shrouded in clouds and mist all year round. Deep in the mountains, lush tea plantations stretch as far as the eye can see. The various teas produced here have become a major source of income for local residents. It is these very teas that, after being picked, processed, packed, and shipped across the seas, arrive in Hamburg, Germany, and eventually find their way into European households. Maoba Town has…
Lichuan Tianshangping Highland Cabbage is a specialty from the Tianshangping area of Qiyue Mountain in Lichuan City, Enshi Tujia and Miao Autonomous Prefecture, Hubei Province. The Lichuan Tianshangping cabbage (commonly known as "pak choi") is flat-round or round-headed in shape, with deep green leaves that are crisp and tender. The leaves are tightly connected, offering a sweet flavor and delicate texture. The Tianshangping area of Qiyue Mountain was once designated as a special vegetable supply base for the Shanghai…
Water Shield Crispy Bites Fubaoshan water shield is said to be a gift from an ancient sacred mountain and is a treasured aquatic delicacy. Since the Jin Dynasty, it has been an imperial tribute presented to royal courts of various dynasties and a fine dish served at royal banquets. It can be boiled, stir-fried, or served cold, especially delicious when used in soups with fish, cooked chicken, ham, or sausages. The result is tender, flavorful, refreshingly crisp, and as smooth as…
Tuanshan Chinese Yam is hailed as “China’s Wild Yam” by experts from Japan and South Korea for its unique quality.…
Liping Tianshiping White Radish is a specialty of Lichuan City in Enshi Tujia and Miao Autonomous Prefecture, Hubei Province. The "Liping Tianshiping" brand of eco-friendly high-altitude vegetables gets its name from this unique growing region. The distinctive ecological environment and exceptional climate conditions produce white radishes that are crisp, tender, sweet-flavored, and rich in special nutrients and quality. Liping Tianshiping White Radish…
Tianshangping has a long-standing tradition and custom of growing off-season vegetables, which has been well-known far and wide since the 1970s. The “Lichuan Tianshangping” eco-friendly high-mountain vegetables are named after their unique place of origin. The production area lies at an altitude of 1,200 to 1,600 meters, featuring undulating mountains, deep valleys, and a forest coverage rate of over 52%. The soil quality is excellent...
Lichuan Tianshangping highland cabbage (also known as pak choi) has been honored as one of the “Top Ten Famous Fresh Vegetables in Hubei.” The off-season vegetables grown on Qiyue Mountain’s Tianshangping have enjoyed widespread fame since the 1970s. With an elevation ranging between 1,200 and 1,600 meters, Qiyue Mountain features undulating peaks, deep valleys, and a forest coverage rate exceeding 52%. The soil quality...
Lichuan water shield refers to the water shield produced within the administrative region of Lichuan City, Hubei Province. Water shield is a precious aquatic vegetable. It has an exceptionally smooth and silky texture unmatched by any other vegetable, making it truly unique. Additionally, the glucomannan contained in its gelatinous substance has certain anti-cancer properties. Lichuan water shield, due to its...