Niutun Huoshao is a specialty snack from Niutun Town, Hua County, Anyang City, Henan Province. Resembling a baked flatbread but larger, and like a meat bun but crispier, it is perfectly round, copper-colored, with a raised center and distinct layers. Known for its generous filling, crispy exterior and tender interior, fragrant yet not greasy, and convenient to eat, it is highly favored by diners. Huoshao is a unique...
Quality and Technical Requirements for Baliying Melon I. Varieties: Crisp-flesh varieties such as “Cui Li” (Crisp Pear). II. Growing Conditions: Soil types include fluvo-aquic soil and sandy loam, with soil pH between 7.2 and 8.0, organic matter content ≥1.1%, and soil layer thickness ≥30 cm. III. Cultivation Management: 1. Sowing and Seedling Raising: Early spring crops from January to March are grown in heated greenhouses using nutrient pots (or trays). Seedlings are transplanted when they have two leaves and one heart to three leaves and one heart, at 30 to 35 days old. Autumn crops from July to August are directly sown. 2. Transplanting: For early spring crops, transplanting begins in mid to late March, with a density of 1,500 to 2,200 plants per 667 m² (mu). 3. Fertilization: Before land preparation, apply ≥5,000 kg/667 m² (mu) of well-rotted organic fertilizer. During the fruit swelling stage, apply 20 to 30 kg/667 m² (mu) of compound fertilizer combined with watering. 4. Pruning and Fruit Retention: Use single vine pruning and manual assisted pollination. For thick-skinned varieties, retain 1 to 2 fruits per plant; for thin-skinned varieties, retain 3 to 5 fruits per plant. Stop watering 10 days before harvest. 5. Environmental and Safety Requirements: The use of pesticides, fertilizers, etc., must comply with national regulations, and environmental pollution must be avoided. IV. Harvesting The fruit surface should have uniform coloring, the fine fuzz at the stem end should have disappeared, and the skin should feel smooth to the touch. Early spring melons are harvested from mid to late May to early July, while autumn melons are harvested from late August to mid-September. V. Quality Characteristics 1. Sensory Characteristics: Possess the inherent color, appearance, and shape of the variety, with a well-formed fruit, no surface defects, and uniform coloring.
Ingredients for white braised brine for cured meats: 2000g each of cured chicken, cured pork, and cured duck; 2000g each of pork bone and chicken bone; 100g each of scallions and ginger; 15g star anise; 10g each of tsaoko, cinnamon, and Sichuan peppercorn; 30g dried chili peppers; 50g chicken bouillon; 10g monosodium glutamate; 15g each of ground white pepper and white sugar; rose wine...
Wan Gu Lamb Stew originated in Wan Gu Town, a renowned town in northern Henan Province. It dates back to the Qing Dynasty during the reign of Emperor Qianlong and has a long history as a famous local specialty food. Legend has it that when Emperor Qianlong toured the south, he tasted delicacies from mountains and rivers across the land, as well as local famous snacks. One day, while passing through Wan Gu Town—then bustling with merchants and lined with shops and restaurants—suddenly…
Zhang Guangmei from Beixiaozhai Village, Laoyemiao, Huaxian County, made a living as a butcher and processed beef. By the mid-Qing Dynasty, every household in the village was slaughtering cattle and cooking meat, continuously improving their cooking techniques. Lao Miao Beef is simmered over charcoal fire using fifteen kinds of seasonings and aged broth. In 1956, the Laoyemiao Township established a canned beef series food production line, and by 1987, the annual output reached over 5...
The town of Dao Kou in Huaxian County, Anyang City, is nationally renowned as the hometown of roast chicken. Dao Kou Roast Chicken is produced by Yixingzhang Roast Chicken Shop in Dao Kou Town and is one of Henan’s famous specialty foods. Its shape, color, flavor, and tenderness are hailed as the “four excellences,” offering endless aftertaste whether served hot or cold. Dao Kou Roast Chicken was first created in the 18th year of the Shunzhi reign during the Qing Dynasty (1661), and has a history of over...
Anyang Pi Zha is a specialty snack from Anyang City, Henan Province. It is one of the “Three Treasures of Anyang.” With a slightly greenish, semi-transparent appearance, it feels soft and elastic to the touch, emits a rich aroma, and has a smooth, chewy texture that is beloved by many. Anyang is located in the Central Plains, where most surrounding counties produce sweet potatoes in abundance. With so many sweet potatoes, the industrious...
Red dates are an excellent food for boosting qi, nourishing blood, and promoting overall health. Regular consumption can replenish qi and blood, benefit internal organs, enhance complexion, combat aging, and help prevent transfusion reactions. When combined with walnuts and glutinous rice to make porridge, it becomes one of the top choices for longevity-promoting porridges. Ingredients: 100g red dates, 50g walnuts, 50g glutinous rice, 100g rock sugar…
This is a masterpiece created by Li Yindou, a special-grade red-case chef in Anyang, and has been included in the book "Famous Dishes of China." It uses a one-kilogram live Yellow River carp as the main ingredient, along with various supplementary ingredients and seasonings. The fish is steamed and then topped with a ginger-vinegar sauce. The dish is made with strict ingredient selection, a rich and refined assortment of seasonings, and meticulous preparation. Flavor profile: the presentation is whole and…
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Tangyin Northern Mugwort is a specialty of Tangyin County, Anyang City, Henan Province. The administrative regions under the jurisdiction of Chengguan Town, Hanzhuang Town, Baiying Town, Guxian Town, Caiyuan Town, Rengu Town, Wuling Town, Wagang Township, Fudao Town, and Yigou Town in Tangyin County, Anyang City, Henan Province. "Letter from the People's Government of Tangyin County on Defining the Protection Scope of the Geographical Indication Product of Tangyin Northern Mugwort," Tang Zheng Wen […
Neihuang chili peppers are a specialty of Neihuang County in Anyang City, Henan Province. The chili peppers produced in Neihuang are renowned across China for their high yield, excellent quality, bright color, strong spiciness, and attractive shape. Chili peppers — Neihuang County has been cultivating chili peppers for nearly twenty years. It all began in 1992 with demonstration planting in Liucun Township, and in 1993 the planted area...
Red dates are highly nutritious. They contain protein, fat, carbohydrates, and dietary fiber; a variety of amino acids as well as calcium, phosphorus, iron, potassium, sodium, magnesium, chlorine, iodine, carotene, thiamine, riboflavin, niacin; and vitamins such as vitamin C, vitamin P, and vitamin E. The vitamin C content alone reaches 380–6… per 100 grams of fresh jujubes.
The willow weaving craft in Neihuang County has a long history. The production of willow-woven products involves processes such as stripping, scraping, steaming, boiling, bleaching, and washing the willow branches, which are then handwoven into various shaped handicrafts. These are widely used for packaging, decoration, and household items. Willow-woven products are made in towns such as Dongzhuang, Liangzhuang, Zhongzhao, and Liucun, with the area around Mashi Township being particularly…
Liangzhuang Zhangmo is produced in Liangzhuang Town, Neihuang County. It is made by rolling refined flour into flat dough sheets, stuffing them with seasoned lean meat, scallions, and other fillings, then pan-frying and baking them until golden. Among these, Liangzhuang Zhangmo is especially well-known. The origins of Liangzhuang Zhangmo date back to the Qing Dynasty’s Qianlong era. Legend has it that during the Qianlong period, a scholar achieved the top rank in the imperial examinations, and Liang…
The Red Date and Peanut Basket is a unique folk handicraft with the distinctive charm of Neihuang. Featuring peanuts as the main component, it is hand-woven into a basket using thread. The basket is filled with red dates and adorned with pointed peppers on the outside, giving it a rustic and natural appearance that is pleasing to the eye. People have also given it a beautiful name — the Fragrant Date and Three Treasures Basket. Its main production areas include Hexi Town, Liangzhuang Town, and... in Neihuang County.
Neihuang Guanchang is a unique local snack from Neihuang County, primarily made from pig’s blood, pig intestines, flour, sesame oil, and five-spice seasoning. The guanchang contains high levels of fat, protein, wheat starch, carbohydrates, as well as trace amounts of iron, calcium, potassium, and sodium, giving it properties that help enrich the blood, strengthen the spleen, and fortify bones and tendons. Moreover...
The horseshoe-shaped sesame cake is of high quality and boasts distinctive features. Fresh out of the oven, its crust separates from the soft interior—crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, both flaky and fragrant, with an aroma that fills the air, and excellent color, taste, and shape. It offers a unique flavor profile combining caramelized, fresh, and sesame aromas. The cake is meticulously made, affordable, easy to store, and convenient to carry. The horseshoe-shaped sesame cake originates from...
Lingbao jujubes are produced in Neihuang, Henan. Due to the variety of Henan jujubes, their nutritional content and medicinal value also vary. The most famous types are the Grey Jujube and the Chicken Heart Jujube. The Chicken Heart Jujube gets its name from its resemblance to a chicken heart. The kernel and pit of this jujube are separate, producing a rattling sound when shaken, and it has a better flavor. It helps invigorate blood circulation, beautify the skin, and tonify the middle energizer and qi, making it an excellent tonic...