Ingredients: 400g clams, 2 green onions, 4 cloves garlic, 30g ginger, 3 dried red chilies (adjust according to spice preference), appropriate amount of oil, 1/2 cup chicken broth. Seasonings: 1 tbsp cooking wine, 1/2 tsp sugar, 1/3 tsp salt, a pinch of pepper, 1 tbsp oyster sauce, appropriate amount of sesame oil, appropriate amount of water-soluble starch…
The development of the global green movement has heightened people's awareness of their own health and also driven the growth of pure, natural, and eco-friendly clothing. Amid the consumer trend focused on safety, health, and nature, Huaxian Baishishunye Trading Company responded to the times and carried forward China’s millennia-old textile culture by using…
The kitchen knives made by brothers Wang Qingshui and Wang Qingjie from Mawan Village in Dongying District are well-known locally and are referred to as "Mawan Shuangwang Knives." It is said that their ancestors once forged knives and other weapons for the Boxer Rebellion, gaining fame for making blades that were sharp and easy to handle. Wang Qingshui and Wang Qingjie inherited the craft of knife-making from their forefathers...
Kenli Rice, produced by the Kenli County Agricultural Society, is a type of Yellow River Estuary Rice grown in the Yellow River Delta region, particularly abundant in Kenli County, Dongying City, Shandong Province. The rice is known for its uniform grains, crystal-clear appearance, moderate stickiness, sweet and delicious taste, and rich nutrition, making it a premium variety among rice. It is affectionately called "Yellow River Estuary Rice" and is highly favored by the market...
Longju Pan-Fried Buns. Longju Pan-Fried Buns are highly renowned in Dongying. Among the many bun shops, the Wang family’s pan-fried buns are the most beloved. The Wang family has a long history of making these buns, having inherited the craft from previous generations. Currently, there are mainly two types of buns: one made with lean pork, using only premium, oil-free meat…
Longju mooncakes were one of the popular local delicacies in Longju during the 1990s. With a history of several hundred years, they are known for being flaky, crispy, fragrant, sweet, delicious, and affordable. Made from refined flour, candied fruits, rock sugar, white sugar, red and green preserved strips, walnut kernels, peanut kernels, donkey fat, and peanut oil, these mooncakes are produced by over 20 manufacturers with an annual output of 75,000…
Shikou Five-Spice Braised Chicken is a specialty of Shikou Town, Dongying District, Dongying City, Shandong Province. The ingredients and preparation techniques of Shikou’s Five-Spice Braised Chicken are unique, resulting in a dish that is vibrant in color, beautifully shaped, richly aromatic, and delicious—deeply loved by locals. This delicacy has a history of over a hundred years. It was originally introduced from Yantai but has since undergone continuous refinement and innovation, gradually...
Longju Purple Mulberry Wine is a specialty of Longju Town, Dongying District, Dongying City, Shandong Province. Longju Town is home to the largest sericulture production base in Dongying, and the wine made from the purple mulberries grown there is known as purple mulberry wine. Located in the southwestern part of the district, Longju Town boasts the largest sericulture base in Dongying, where 30,000 acres of mulberry trees stretch out their branches and leaves to welcome visitors from all over. The mulberries produced here can not only be...
Longju Meatballs are a specialty of Longju Town, Dongying District, Dongying City, Shandong Province. Made from premium hind leg meat of livestock and blanched in pure Yellow River water, these meatballs are high in protein, low in fat, elastic, and have a crispy texture, making them an excellent choice for gatherings and festive gifts. With a long history, Longju Meatballs have been passed down through generations in the area...
Clear-Stewed Sea Cucumber Ingredients: 500g sea cucumber, 1 bowl of broth, 2 tablespoons carrot slices, 2 tablespoons snow pea pods, 2 tablespoons bamboo shoot slices, 4 tablespoons salad oil. Preparation: Clean the sea cucumber, boil it in a pot with scallions and ginger for 5 minutes, then remove and slice. Stir-fry minced scallions in oil until fragrant, add snow peas, broth, carrots, and bamboo shoots...
Longju Meatballs have a long history. Legend has it that Emperor Taizu of the Song Dynasty, Zhao Kuangyin, once stayed briefly in Longju and grew fond of the meatballs here, bestowing upon them the name “Meatballs of Longju.” These meatballs are made from premium hind leg meat of livestock, poached in pure Yellow River water, and are known for being high in protein, low in fat, elastic, and having a crisp texture. They can be enjoyed at restaurants throughout Dongying, typically priced around 2…
Dongying is located at the mouth of the Yellow River and produces fresh hairtail in abundance every year. Rich in nutrients, hairtail contains various types of protein and trace elements essential for the human body. Steamed hairtail has a light flavor that preserves the fish’s natural taste and can be enjoyed at restaurants of all sizes across Dongying, typically priced around 30 yuan per plate. …
Commonly known as "flower clams," these are treasures among shellfish, named for their smooth shells adorned with beautiful patterns in red, brown, black, and other colors. Their flesh is ivory-white, firm and chewy, with a fresh and delicate flavor, suitable for both raw and cooked consumption; the shells can be crafted into exquisite artworks. Protected areas for clams have been designated along the coastal mudflats of Dongying City to ensure the rational development of this precious resource...
Prawns are a delicacy among seafood, especially those from the Bohai Bay. They are large, plump, and typically grow to about 20 centimeters in length as adults. Rich in nutrients and delicious in taste, they enjoy an outstanding international reputation and are known as the “Pacific Prawns of the East.” The waters near the mouth of the Yellow River are one of the main producing areas of these prawns. …
Leling is world-renowned for its production of "Golden Silk Jujubes" and is often hailed as the "Hundred-Li Jujube Homeland." The history of Leling Golden Silk Jujubes dates back thousands of years. Historical records indicate that their cultivation "began in the Shang and Zhou dynasties, flourished during the Wei and Jin periods, and reached its peak in the Ming and Qing dynasties," boasting a history of over 3,000 years. Leling is home to a wide variety of jujube cultivars, among which the Golden Silk Jujube and the Seedless Jujube are considered the finest...
Golden Silk Jujube is one of Qingyun’s traditional specialties. Its cultivation began in the Shang and Zhou dynasties, flourished during the Wei and Jin periods, reached its peak in the Ming and Qing dynasties, and has been revitalized in modern times. A jujube tree over 1,400 years old located in Zhouyin Village still boasts lush green leaves and bright red fruits; around Zhouyin, Chengjia, Bianjia, Dengjia, Yaojia, and Fangzi Villages, there are nearly a thousand ancient jujube trees that are several hundred years old. Through thousands of years of cultivation and selection, more than 30 varieties of jujubes have been developed in the region. Especially in recent years, the county forestry bureau, in cooperation with the provincial fruit research institute, successfully developed new varieties of Golden Silk Jujube—Nos. 1, 2, 3, and 4—which are notable for their large size, thin skin, high sugar content, no need to split the fruit open, and resistance to cracking. These varieties are highly favored by domestic and international merchants, and the county has established the largest collection nursery for new Golden Silk Jujube varieties in the country. The quality of Golden Silk Jujube is excellent. Fresh jujubes have thin, tender skin, thick flesh, small seeds, bright color, and a sweet, crisp, and juicy taste. When dried halfway, if you break one open, golden, silky fibers shine brightly and can be stretched an inch or two without breaking. The sugar content of Golden Silk Jujube reaches as high as 64.4–69.2%, and it contains 18 amino acids essential to the human body. Each 100 grams of fresh jujube provides 380–600 milligrams of Vitamin C, along with iron and trace amounts of carotene, making it extremely nutritious. It is a precious food for enriching blood, beautifying the complexion, and promoting longevity. According to old county records from the Qing Dynasty, jujubes were a major export product of the region. South of Yuanyang Bridge on the ancient Majia River, dense jujube orchards attracted numerous jujube merchants and served as the distribution hub for Qingyun’s jujubes. Business was booming, shops were plentiful, and the village of Xinglongdian derived its name from this prosperity. In recent years, the county Party committee and government have listed Golden Silk Jujube production as one of the county’s three leading industries. In 1993, they set the development goal of “striving for three years to turn Qingyun into a land of jujube orchards.” Through the joint efforts of officials and residents, the county achieved a historic breakthrough in jujube production. The per capita ownership of jujube trees reached 40, making Qingyun the first jujube orchard county in the nation. In terms of jujube product development and processing, traditional products include jujube cake, jujube flower rolls, jujube steamed buns, jujube zongzi, jujube honey rice, eight-treasure porridge, jujube pastries, as well as nearly 20 other varieties such as drunken jujubes, crispy jujubes, toothsome jujubes, smoked jujubes, and jujube tea. In addition to being consumed by jujube farmers themselves or given as gifts to relatives and friends, these products sometimes appear on the market. After the reform and opening-up in the 1980s, the series processing of jujube products was further developed. Especially in the competitive environment of the socialist market economy, jujube products have become a renowned local specialty.
Shikou Roast Chicken originates from Shikou Town, Dongying District, Dongying City. Surrounded by the mighty Yellow River to the north, the town boasts picturesque scenery and simple folkways. It is also home to numerous oil production areas of the Shengli Oilfield—the second largest in China. With a long history and cultural heritage, Shikou Town has long been known as the “Hometown of Roast Chicken.” Gourmets flock here just to taste its...
The Liu Family Cloth Puppets originated in the late Qing Dynasty during the Guangxu period and have a history of over 120 years. Having endured through the Qing Dynasty and the Republic of China, the craft gradually matured and production scale expanded steadily, growing alongside several generations. The Liu family has been the hereditary maker of these cloth puppets, which possess strong regional characteristics. After a century…
Yellow River Estuary grass weaving uses purely natural, pollution-free, and eco-friendly plants abundant in the region—such as red sorghum stalks, sorghum seedlings, and corn husks—as raw materials. The pieces are meticulously crafted through over twenty processes including shaping, molding, cutting, shaving, boiling, roasting, bending, and gluing. The craft employs the traditional folk technique of “roasting,” which…
The Yellow River Estuary Hairy Crab is a unique aquatic product from the Yellow River Delta region. It breeds and grows in the estuary, with breeding water sourced from the Yellow River and feed primarily consisting of wild fish cultivated in Yellow River water. The abundant, unpolluted resources of the Yellow River estuary have made this crab not only safe and delicious but also distinctive in appearance due to its notable regional characteristics...