Peaceful Rough-scaled Fish is a specialty of Pinghe, Zhangzhou, Fujian. It is a river fish that thrives in flowing water environments and is known for its large size, fast growth rate, wide diet, tolerance to low oxygen levels, strong disease resistance, and ease of farming. The fish has tender meat, a delicious taste, and is rich in nutrients, making it very popular among consumers. It requires clear water quality for its habitat and is found in the Yangtze River...
Pinghe Daxi Bean Curd is a specialty of Pinghe County, Zhangzhou City, Fujian Province. Also known as Pinghe Daxi Tofu, it is one of the three most famous local products of Daxi. With its perfectly balanced chewiness, Daxi Bean Curd boasts a tender texture and can be easily pan-fried, stir-fried, boiled, or stewed. It uniquely combines the flavors of both bean curd and tofu, standing out among similar products and becoming a beloved everyday dish as well as a festive delicacy...
Produced in Pinghe, southern Fujian. Kiln firing began in the late Ming Dynasty. The kiln mainly produced blue-and-white and polychrome porcelain, as well as some underglaze color-decorated and plain-body stamped porcelain.[1] Mr. Ouyang Xijun, a renowned expert in ancient ceramics from Fujian Province, recently conducted an in-depth investigation of the Dongkou Kiln in Pinghe, Zhangzhou, yielding fruitful results. He discovered important samples of *susancai* (tri-colored ware) that have drawn attention from scholars both domestically and abroad,...
“Shange Zhamonuazi Meat” refers to Shange Raw Bean Candy, a product sold both domestically and internationally in regions such as Southern Fujian, Eastern Guangdong, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Macau, and Southeast Asia. Last year, Shange Raw Bean Candy was featured on CCTV’s program “Journey Through China,” adding further unique charm to Pinghe. The Pinghe County government has implemented focused protection for agricultural products with geographical indication certification trademarks...
Red rice cake is an essential festive delicacy for the people of Jiufeng in Pinghe. According to local custom, families always make red rice cakes during holidays and festivals, and after making them, they place them in front of ancestral altars and shrines to deities for worship. This is because the people of Jiufeng believe that the color red symbolizes good fortune and prosperity, and since the fermented rice cake...
Pinghe bananas are known for their thin skin, fragrant aroma, soft texture, sweet taste, and seedless quality, offering both excellent flavor and nutrition. Per 100 grams of banana pulp, they contain 486 joules of energy, 20 grams of carbohydrates, 1 gram of protein, 20 milligrams of vitamin C, as well as various nutrients and vitamins such as phosphorus, calcium, and iron. Among these, the content of carbohydrates...
A specialty of NanSheng in Pinghe, Zhangzhou, with over 400 years of production history. It is meticulously made from refined flour, premium lard, winter melon, starch noodles, maltose, citrus peel, fried scallions, and other ingredients. Shaped like a pillow, hence the name "Pillow Cake." It is novel, delicate, fragrant, and often used as a gift. The Pillow Cake from Pinghe Xiaoxi, resembling...
Pinghe Red Pomelo is a specialty of Pinghe County, Zhangzhou City, Fujian Province. The red-fleshed honey pomelo was cultivated by the Fruit Tree Research Institute of the Fujian Academy of Agricultural Sciences from a bud mutation strain found in the Guanxi Honey Pomelo orchards of Pinghe County. It is characterized by early maturity, light purplish-red flesh, high yield, and excellent quality. In February 2006, it was recognized by the Fujian Provincial Non-Staple Crop Variety Approval Committee…
Nansheng Salted Duck has a production history of several hundred years and is named after its place of origin, Nansheng Town. It is a renowned local specialty of Pinghe County. The duck undergoes a unique and meticulous processing technique: using high-quality locally raised ducks, it is bloodlet and plucked, gutted, aired to remove moisture, salted and stacked for curing, shaped by propping the duck, and then sun-dried and hung to dry through several procedures that are closely linked — the whole process can be completed in just a few days. The salted duck is simple to prepare: just wash it before eating and steam it in water. For added fragrance and flavor, sprinkle some red wine over it while hot. Its taste sets it apart from similar products elsewhere and it sells well in neighboring counties. With the rising market demand for Nansheng Salted Duck, the traditional processing industry has developed rapidly. There are now more than ten producers in Nansheng Town and Xiaoxi Town alone, making it an emerging food sector.
In Pinghe, there is a local tradition of eating sweet potatoes with pickled mustard greens. Although sweet potatoes are less common nowadays and white rice more prevalent, Luxi pickled mustard greens remain a beloved accompaniment to meals. The main ingredient of Luxi pickled mustard greens is mustard greens. The Luxi town area features high and flat terrain with loose and thick soil, producing particularly fresh and tender mustard greens. Each year after the fresh mustard greens are harvested, local farmers carefully select and wash them...
Mrs. Li of Pinghe is a specialty of Pinghe, Zhangzhou, Fujian. Mrs. Li of Pinghe, Pinghe County Specialty Association, 11448155, plum...
“Neighbor-hearing Crunch,” also known as peanut crisp toffee, has a century-long history in Pinghe. Made according to an ancestral secret recipe using traditional craftsmanship, it is rich in nutrition, fragrantly crisp, deliciously savory, rich yet not greasy, with a unique flavor—take a bite and your neighbor might hear it.…
Nine Peaks Pork Intestine with Pickled Vegetables is a refreshing and delicious local specialty. In this dish, the pork intestine is soft and aromatic, while the pickled vegetables are crisp and refreshing. The combination of these two ingredients not only removes the strong flavor and greasiness but also stimulates the appetite and refreshes the palate, making them truly complementary. Take a bite, and you’ll enjoy a smooth texture with a tangy and slightly salty flavor, all while preserving the unique taste of the pork intestine—this homely flavor…
Jiufeng Fragrant Flower Slices, also known as Flower Foreign Slices, are a type of fragrant floral cake and were once an imperial tribute during the Qing Dynasty. Made primarily from premium cooked glutinous rice flour, white sugar, and mountain citrus, among other ingredients, these slices are meticulously processed through multiple steps. Their moderate and uniform size makes them an elegant addition to any table. They are sweet, fragrant, and delightfully crisp, offering an exceptional taste — a rare…
The alkaline cake, also known as ǎn mò guǒ, is a traditional folk delicacy from Jiufeng Town. It has a delicate texture, rich nutrition, and is easy to digest. With its unique flavor, no borax added, and a slightly yellow, glossy, oily appearance, the cake is tender yet chewy, mildly salty with a subtle alkaline taste. Paired with specially prepared seasonings, it is irresistibly delicious and also beneficial to health, making it suitable for all ages and highly popular among locals. …
Noodles are a specialty snack in the Pinghe and Yunxiao areas of southern Fujian, and Pinghe Noodles have a particularly distinctive flavor among the many noodle dishes in Zhangzhou. The handmade noodles are refreshingly smooth, served in a clear broth with a rich aroma. Paired with five-spice skewers and sausage, the aroma becomes even more enticing—truly one of a kind. In downtown Pinghe and surrounding towns, you can easily find noodle shops…
Xiaoxi White Skin Pastry is a unique traditional handmade pastry from southern Fujian. It is made with a specific ratio of refined flour, sesame oil, and white sugar, which are mixed and baked into a thin outer crust. The filling is prepared by simmering maltose, refined flour, white sugar, salt, and other ingredients. The outer layer is white while the inside is fully cooked. Made entirely by hand, the layers of the pastry stick closely to one another in an intricately staggered arrangement. With each bite, …
Luxi Red Wine has a long history. When people in Pinghe talk about wine, Luxi Red Wine is always mentioned. Legend has it that over 600 years ago, Ye Zhengshou, who came from an educated family, developed the Luxi area. Based on the region’s high mountains, cold water, freezing weather, and the needs of daily life and production, he vigorously promoted and refined the technique of making rice-based liquor originating from the Central Plains. Every...
Red-hearted honey pomelo, also known as red-fleshed honey pomelo, red-hearted pomelo, red-fleshed pomelo, or blood pomelo. It is an excellent variant strain discovered in 1998 by the Fruit Tree Research Institute of the Fujian Academy of Agricultural Sciences in the Lin Jinshan Guanxi Honey Pomelo Orchard at Cuqiu Village, Xiaoxi Town, Pinghe County, where the fruit juice sacs exhibited a red color. In 1999, scions were collected from the mother tree for high-grafting and variety replacement, and...
Lingtong Seven-Leaf Gynostemma is a specialty of Pinghe County, Zhangzhou, Fujian. Lingtong Seven-Leaf Gynostemma Pinghe County Specialty Association 11448157 Herbal tea; medicinal herb tea…