Medicinal Herb Vegetable, also known as Xi Xiong sprout vegetable, is referred to in traditional Chinese medicine as Ligusticum sinense, and is alternatively called Mi Wu. Its root is used medicinally. According to "Herbal Insights": "Mi Wu is a herb primarily used for treating headaches and dizziness. This herb has a fragrant and clean aroma, thus it dispels wind and eliminates dampness. The text states that it treats coughing, calms wheezing, can be made into a drink to relieve diarrhea—all of which are due to its aromatic properties that disperse stagnant and unhealthy qi. It also helps eliminate cold from the brain..."
Ingredients: pumpkin, eggs, flour, salt, monosodium glutamate (MSG), cooking oil, as needed. Cooking method: crispy frying. Process: pumpkin — preliminary preparation — batter coating — deep-frying — finished dish. Finished dish standards: color: golden yellow; flavor: crispy and fragrant; texture: crispy and tender…
Red rice, pumpkin soup, and if you add autumn eggplant, the flavor becomes even more delicious. Although we can no longer taste the same flavors as in those times during peacetime, it’s still an essential experience when traveling to Jinggangshan. …
Shredded Sweet Potato Rice was a traditional staple food in the former Jinggangshan area. Before liberation, a local folk song went: “Shredded sweet potato rice, charcoal fire, except for immortals, that’s me.” This folk song reflects the austere life of the Jinggangshan area in those days and the mountain residents’ desire for at least basic food and warmth. Shredded sweet potatoes are made by processing fresh sweet potatoes. One…
Jinggangshan Pumpkin Flowers are made from pumpkin blossoms picked in the early morning and finely processed. Crispy and delicious, they are a popular dish served to guests by locals in Jinggangshan and can also be enjoyed as a snack. How to eat: simply fry the pumpkin flowers before serving. …
Spanning eight hundred li, Jinggangshan is not only the cradle of the revolution but also an ocean of bamboo. The mountain boasts not only pleasant air but also a serene natural environment. During the revolutionary period, soldiers once foraged for wild vegetables here. Nowadays, Jinggangshan is rich in natural resources, with many wild green plants growing on the mountain...
The “Gageye” King of Doupis is produced in Xixi Township, Suichuan County. It is made from the natural mountain spring water of Jinggang and high-quality local soybeans through multiple unique traditional processes. During the Ming Dynasty, doupis were listed as tribute items and enjoyed great fame. The reason for their exceptional quality and distinctive characteristics is, first, that the mountain spring water from Xixi Township in Suichuan County originates from Wuzhi Peak, remaining crystal clear all year round…
Orchid-Shaped Small Bamboo Shoots This is a local dish made from small bamboo shoots, a unique ingredient from Jinggangshan. After cooking, it is arranged in the shape of an orchid. Its characteristics include being appetizing even when eaten frequently and having high nutritional value.…
Jinggangshan bamboo and wood handicrafts are a series of artisan products made by local craftsmen using locally sourced bamboo and wood as raw materials. The various product lines feature exquisite craftsmanship, elegant and unique designs, and practical, stylish forms. Among the craft products, there are both exquisitely conceived and uniquely styled decorative artworks, and furniture that makes the most of the natural colors and textures of bamboo and wood through ingenious craftsmanship, resulting in highly artistic and functional pieces. There are also a wide range of themes, novel concepts, finely carved details, and harmonious color schemes that form a distinctive collection of arts and crafts with the unique character of Jinggangshan.
Reeves's turtle, also known as the big-headed turtle, hawk-billed turtle, big-headed flat-shelled turtle, or snake-tailed turtle, belongs to the family Platysternidae under the class Reptilia. This species has a large, conical triangular head, a short neck that cannot retract into the shell; the upper jaw is hooked at the front like an eagle’s beak. Its back is dark olive in color with small spots, while the belly is yellowish-green. The tail is long, consisting of 25–28 vertebrae;...
The spiny-breasted frog, also known as stone chicken, spiny frog, stone (a character missing), or stone frog, belongs to the family Ranidae under the order Anura. The spiny-breasted frog has an overall grayish-black color with rough skin. Male frogs have rows of long warts and small round warts on their backs, while female frogs have scattered small round warts on their backs and smooth abdomens with black spots. Adults typically measure about 12 cm in length and weigh between 0.2–…
The Huzi Toad, also known as the "Horned Monster," is scientifically named the Leptobrachium liui. It is called the Huzi Toad because females have small beige spots along the edges of their upper jaws, while males have 10–16 black keratinous spines on the same area. This toad is one of the rare amphibians in the world. According to relevant sources, it has only been found in certain regions of China, primarily...
Jinggangshan Red Rice is one of the rice varieties, named for its soy-sauce-red husk. The "red rice and pumpkin soup" that was the staple food of the Red Army during their struggle in Jinggangshan refers to this type of rice. As a result, Jinggangshan Red Rice holds deep political significance. It is primarily produced in areas such as Jinggangshan and Suichuan. Rich in nutrients and high in protein...
The Hakka people, during their centuries of nomadic migration and arduous pioneering life, integrated the dietary habits of the Central Plains with local cooking techniques in order to survive, forming a unique Hakka food culture. In Jinggang households, many distinctive Hakka snacks are still preserved to this day, including sweet potato fritters…
Each dish in the set meal reflects a historical story or character event from the revolutionary struggle period on Jinggang Mountain, accompanied by a short poem. The service staff will explain these during the meal to help guests and trainees revisit this history while dining—combining education with food and meals. …
Dry-Fried Dried Tangerine Peel Strips Made by stir-frying dried tangerine peel with ginger, dried chili peppers, cauliflower hearts, and other ingredients, these strips are crispy, tender, and delicious, bursting with the fragrance of tangerines. Enjoying such a dish while traveling can help clear heat and reduce internal inflammation.…
Jinggangshan kumquat is a specialty of Jinggangshan City, Ji'an, Jiangxi Province. The fruit resembles a pigeon egg in shape, appearing bluish-green when unripe and golden yellow when ripe, with an attractive citrus-like form and color. Its flesh is tender, juicy, pleasantly sweet and sour, and fragrant. A Hakka saying in Jinggangshan goes: "Tall for oranges, flat for tangerines, small and sweet for kumquats." Kumquats are among the smallest of the citrus fruits...
Jinggangshan Red Rice Wine is a specialty of Jinggangshan City, Ji'an, Jiangxi Province. The wine is made from naturally high-quality red rice carefully selected from Jinggangshan, blended with the area’s natural spring water, and brewed using traditional methods. It boasts a bright crimson color, a sweet and fragrant taste, and a long-lasting aftertaste. In recent years, with the booming development of tourism in Jinggangshan, the region has promoted red rice as a featured local product...
Jinggangshan smoked bamboo shoots are a specialty of Jinggangshan City, Ji'an, Jiangxi Province. The popularity of smoked bamboo shoots stems not only from their "delicious" taste but also from their "health benefits": the rich dietary fiber in these shoots performs an excellent "cleansing" function on the human intestinal lining, making them outstanding "scavengers" for the digestive tract. Long-term consumption of smoked bamboo shoots has a noticeable effect on...
Bamboo fungus from Jinggangshan is a specialty of Jinggangshan City, Ji’an, Jiangxi Province. Bamboo fungus is a type of cryptogamic fungus that parasitizes the roots of dead bamboo. It is a prized edible mushroom, an emerging name in medicine, historically listed as a “royal tribute,” served as a delicacy at state banquets in modern times, and is also valued as a health food. Bamboo fungus is a type of cryptogamic fungus that parasitizes...