Yuanyang stewed noodles, more accurately called Yuanyang lamb stewed noodles, is the shortened name for the stewed noodles originating from Yuanyang County, Henan Province. Stewed noodles are a famous Henan dish, with each city and county in Henan having its own unique characteristics due to different cooking methods and local customs. Yuanyang stewed noodles are one of the more distinctive varieties in Henan. They are known for their rich broth, lean meat, strong aroma, refreshing taste,…
Characteristics of the braised lamb dish: The meat has a rich red hue, is tender and fully cooked without being greasy, and boasts a strong, savory flavor. Method: Soak the lamb flank meat thoroughly in cold water, rinse clean, then boil it in hot water until cooked through. Remove, rinse again, and cook it in a broth until done. Take it out, let it cool, remove the membrane, and slice it into strips about 13 cm long and 2.3 cm thick. Arrange the slices neatly in a plate...
Cao’s Spiced Beef from Yuanyang County has been widely renowned since the Qing Dynasty. Cao Maolin, a Hui Muslim culinary master from Chengguan Town and the current fourth-generation inheritor, has spent over 40 years continuously refining and improving his family’s secret seasoning blend and cooking techniques, developing a unique production method of his own. The beef is distinguished by its excellent color and flavor, tender and pure taste, and exceptional…
Honeysuckle (also known as Lonicera flower or Flos Lonicerae, and commonly called “Er Hua”) is a Class II valuable medicinal herb in China. Its flowers, buds, and leaves can all be used medicinally. It has the effects of clearing heat, detoxifying, reducing fever, and relieving pain. Among all honeysuckle-producing regions in China, Henan ranks first, and within Henan, the honeysuckle produced in Yuanyang is of the highest quality and largest quantity. The cultivation of Yuanyang honeysuckle has a history of several hundred years. In 1983, it was...
Xinxiang City is one of the main production areas of Yellow River carp in China. The three counties of Yuanyang, Fengqiu, and Changyuan along the Yellow River have a shoreline stretching 67 kilometers. Here, the river is wide, the current is gentle, there is abundant food supply, and the water quality is rich—making it an ideal habitat for carp to live and reproduce. Currently, the annual production of Yellow River carp is 50,000 to 80,000 kilograms, but it still falls far short of meeting market demand. …
Yuanyang Big Apricots have a history of nearly a thousand years and are known as the “Hometown of Big Apricots.”…
Wooden Bucket Poached Sliced Pork features tender and smooth slices of meat, abundant ingredients, complete nutrition, and a refreshing taste, making it suitable for all ages. Preparation method: First, slice the tenderloin thinly, marinate with egg white and starch slurry. Boil water in a pot, then remove from heat and pour in the pork slices to poach until cooked. Julienne the white fungus, wild mushrooms, and wood ear mushrooms. Heat a little oil in the pan, sauté shredded onions and star anise...
Method: Wash the pork intestines repeatedly with coarse salt and flour, removing the fat until there is no mucus left on the intestines; pour cleaned intestines into a pressure cooker, add water, salt, cooking wine, dark soy sauce, star anise, Sichuan peppercorns, cinnamon, and bay leaves. Once steam builds up, cook under pressure for 13 minutes; remove the cooked intestines, rinse them again with clean water, then slice diagonally...
Changyuan Cuisine: The culinary tradition of Changyuan County boasts a long history, originating in the Tang Dynasty, taking shape during the Northern Song Dynasty, and gaining widespread acclaim in the Ming and Qing Dynasties. It has long been known as the “Hometown of Culinary Arts”…
Shizhai Black Rice Vinegar is a specialty of Yuanyang County, Xinxiang City, Henan Province. The administrative regions under the current jurisdiction of Shizhai Town, Yuwu Town, Zhulou Township, and Qiaobei Township in Xinxiang City, Henan Province — “Notice of the Management Committee of the Xinxiang Pingyuan Demonstration Zone on Determining the Protection Scope of the Geographical Indication Product Shizhai Black Rice Vinegar,” Pingguan Wen [2016] No. 109, Henan Provincial Local Standard…
Yuanyang Liangfen is a signature snack from Yuanyang County, Xinxiang City, Henan Province. It is soft yet firm, refreshing but not crisp, smooth yet not heavy, chewy and delightful. The renowned art master Xu Beihong once said: "It’s not too difficult for a chef to make delicacies taste good; but being able to make simple vegetables delicious—that’s the mark of a truly skilled chef." Reflecting on this quote brings to mind Yuanyang Liangfen.
Mao Sui Liquor is a specialty of Yuanyang County, Xinxiang City, Henan Province. Made from high-quality Yuanyang rice and brewed using the traditional "Old Five-Steam" method combined with modern techniques, Mao Sui Liquor is rich, mellow, and smooth with an unforgettable aftertaste—making it an excellent choice for banquets and gifts. On the North China Plain, along the northern bank of the Yellow River, lies a place renowned as the "Hometown of China's No. 1 Rice"...
Buffalo Rice is produced by the Yuanyang Original Farmers' Planting Cooperative using the renowned Huangjinqing rice variety. The entire production process employs traditional rice milling techniques, divided into four steps. During processing, the rice is kept cool to preserve its nutritional value and prevent damage to the germ. The cooperative’s 3,000-acre planting base in Yuanyang...
Raspberries, also known as cloudberries, are hailed as the “king of the third-generation fruits” and boast numerous health benefits, making them in high demand both domestically and internationally. After eight years of effort, Qingdui Village has successfully established raspberries as its signature one-village-one-product industry. The village now has over 1,350 acres of raspberry plantations, processes more than 1,000 tons of raspberries annually, and involves...
Honey Locust Flower from Fengqiu has over 1,500 years of cultivation history, which is clearly documented in the "Supplement to the Materia Medica" written by the famous physician Tao Hongjing of the Liang Dynasty. The flower buds of Fengqiu Honey Locust are thick, long, plump, and brightly colored, with high medicinal efficacy and health benefits. In 1980, the former State Administration of Traditional Chinese Medicine conducted surveys on the soil of Fengqiu...
Fengqiu celery is a well-known high-quality variety of celery. When eaten raw, it is crisp without any fibrous residue and has a rich flavor; when cooked, it boasts both freshness and aroma, making it an excellent addition to any meal. It is a registered Geographical Indication Agricultural Product: Xinxiang Fengqiu Celery. Applicant: Fengqiu County Gongqin Planting Professional Cooperative. Registration Certificate No.: AGI00295. Product introduction…
Fengqiu pomegranates are one of the famous specialties of Henan Province, with a long cultivation history. As early as the Kangxi era of the Qing Dynasty, they were offered as tribute.…
The YuanYang large apricot has a history of nearly a thousand years and is known as the “Hometown of Large Apricots.” The main varieties of YuanYang large apricots include Daméi apricot, Maihuang apricot, Golden Yellow apricot, Peach apricot, and Steamed Bun apricot. Honeysuckle: a precious traditional Chinese medicinal herb known for its heat-clearing, detoxifying, anti-inflammatory, and pain-relieving properties. In 1982, Fengqiu and YuanYang counties were designated as national production…
Gaocun Vermicelli Sheets are a specialty of Gaocun Village in Changcun Town, Changyuan County, Xinxiang City, Henan Province. Nearly half of the households in Gaocun process mung bean vermicelli sheets, which are known locally for their translucent color and chewy texture. Changcun Town's Gaocun Village is about 10 kilometers from the county seat, with around 400 households in the village, nearly half of which process mung bean vermicelli sheets. Before...
The embroidery products manufactured by Henan (Changyuan) Dongfang Arts and Crafts Embroidery Co., Ltd. are based on traditional embroidery techniques. They actively incorporate the craftsmanship of the five renowned Chinese embroidery styles — Bian, Su, Xiang, Shu, and Yue — drawing strengths from each to forge a unique path of their own. By skillfully employing dozens of stitching techniques such as layering stitch, seed stitch, couching stitch, couching in contrast, and random stitch...