Su Hubai is a traditional handmade food product crafted through processes such as mixing, kneading, layering, cutting, baking, and steaming. It is mainly produced in towns like Ma’chang and Dashu, as well as around the county seat of Quanjiao County. The name “Su Hubai” comes from its resemblance to the ceremonial tablet used by ancient ministers when presenting affairs to the emperor, coupled with its crispy and delicious taste. According to research, Su Hubai...
Bone Pot [Ingredients/Seasonings] Bones, beef tripe, dried chili strips, kidney beans — preparation process. Simmer the bones until thoroughly cooked, then add beef tripe, dried chili strips, and kidney beans, and adjust the flavor to finish.…
Golden Jade Chrysanthemum, also known as Chuzhou Chrysanthemum, has long been praised as having “golden hearts, jade-like petals, emerald stems, and heavenly fragrance.” With a long cultivation history and superior quality, it is renowned across China and is ranked first among the four major white chrysanthemums in the country. During the Guangxu reign of the Qing Dynasty, it was listed as an imperial tribute, hence it is also called “Chuzhou Tribute Chrysanthemum.” Chuzhou Chrysanthemum is an important traditional Chinese medicinal herb. It tastes sweet and has a slightly cold nature. The book *Modern Practical Chinese Medicine*…
Dingyuan mountain goat meat from Dingyuan is fresh and flavorful. It can be made into a variety of food products such as kebabs, canned meat, meat chunks, and hot pot. The Qiaowei from Dingyuan is exquisitely crafted, made from carefully selected ingredients, with excellent color and a rich taste. …
Dingyuan peanuts are a high-quality, versatile food product. The peanuts and peanut market in Dingyuan County are well-known far and wide, with broad sales channels and good economic returns. However, there are currently issues such as insufficient deep processing, a relatively short industrial chain, and the comprehensive benefits not being fully realized. Dingyuan peanuts can be made into products such as shelled peanuts, peanut oil, fishskin peanuts, homemade roasted peanuts, …
Chuzhou Flower Baskets, also known as “State Baskets,” are said to have a history of over a thousand years. Chuzhou enjoys a mild and moist climate, with rolling green mountains and an abundance of light bamboo and yuan bamboo. The bamboo has a fresh green exterior, tough texture, long and slender fibers, and good elasticity, making it the ideal material for bamboo-woven crafts. Renowned Chuzhou bamboo basket brands include the “Boat Basket” (also called the “Waist Basket” or “Yuan…”
Also known as "Mei Bai Fish," it is a specialty found in the broad sections of the Chi River from Chidian Town in Dingyuan to Meishi Township in Fengyang. Meishi is located at the junction of Dingyuan, Fengyang, and Jiashan counties. It earned the name "Meishi" due to its traditional market trade and is also famous for the "Three Meis" (the Mei surname, Mei River, and Mei Fish). The Mei Fish ranges in size from just a few inches to over a foot long, with bright eyes, small heads, and flat bodies…
The Chislice Cake from Chih River in Dingyuan County has a long history. Legend has it that it was first made by a family surnamed Zhang near the ancient Taiping Bridge. During Emperor Qianlong’s southern tour in the Qing Dynasty, the cake was presented as a tribute and gained increasing fame. Known for its translucent slices, it is also called “Cloud Slice.” Its melt-in-the-mouth texture has earned it the name “Snow Slice.” This cake is made using traditional handmade methods, selecting premium glutinous rice…
Dingyuan Old Goose Meat: Goose meat contains various amino acids essential for human growth and development. Its composition closely matches the ideal proportion of amino acids needed by the human body. From a biological value standpoint, goose meat is a complete protein and a high-quality protein source. The fat content in goose meat is relatively low—only slightly higher than that of chicken but much lower than that of other meats. Goose meat not only has a low fat content but also boasts high quality, with a rich level of unsaturated fatty acids, especially linolenic acid, which exceeds that found in other types of meat, making it beneficial to human health. The melting point of goose fat is also very low, giving it a soft texture that is easily digested and absorbed by the body.
Stewed Native Chicken with Chestnuts Recipe: 1. Slaughter and clean the native chicken, cut it into chunks, blanch in boiling water, then remove and rinse; 2. Remove the shells of the chestnuts, and rinse the red dates with water; 3. Put the blanched chicken chunks, chestnuts, and red dates into a clay pot, add an appropriate amount of water, bring to a boil, skim off the foam, and simmer over low heat for about 2 hours;…
Dingyuan Lion's Head is crispy, flavorful, affordable, and a popular breakfast item. Preparation process: First, ferment the flour well, then add more alkaline to the fermented dough than you would for steamed buns. Knead the dough well and divide it into 20 pieces. Add a bit of ginger, scallion, and salt to each piece, then shape them into lion's heads. Prepare them in the afternoon on the first day and fry them the next morning. The trick lies in frying them twice—first over low heat until golden brown, then remove and drain the oil before deep-frying again in hot oil until crispy. Drain and they’re done.
The Mei Bai Fish of Chichi River enjoys an excellent reputation. Grown in the unpolluted, high-quality waters of the Chichi River, the fish has tender flesh. Prepared using traditional local cooking techniques, it boasts perfect color, aroma, and taste. With ongoing promotion, it holds broad market potential. The Mei Fish, also known as "Mei Bai Fish," is a delicacy found in the Chichi River section spanning from Chichi Town in Dingyuan County to Meishi Township in Fengyang...
Dingyuan Plums Plums are the fruit of the plum tree, which belongs to the Rosaceae family. They are grown in most parts of China. The ripe fruit is harvested between July and August, washed, pitted, and used fresh or dried. Plump, round, and translucent, they are exquisitely shaped and sweet in taste, making them one of the traditional fruits people love to eat. They can be eaten fresh or processed into canned goods, dried fruits...
Tianchang Pineflower Soft-Center Preserved Egg: Created during the Qianlong era of the Qing Dynasty, it has a history of over 200 years. …
Tianchang Sanhuang Chicken…
Lotus Root Sandwich is made by slicing the lotus root into connected pairs of slices, stuffing them with seasoned minced meat, then dipping them in batter to seal the edges (the batter includes a small amount of food-grade alkali, eggs, MSG, etc.). The stuffed lotus roots are then fried in oil until golden and removed. Just before serving, they are pan-fried again. They are served with a dipping sauce made from minced ginger and vinegar. The dish has a crispy exterior and soft interior, with a deliciously flaky texture...
Fish Stew is made by cooking crucian carp, removing the bones, and simmering it in its own broth along with cellophane noodles (or sliced noodles), ginger, soy sauce, vinegar, and other seasonings, as well as eggs. It is garnished with scallions, garlic, and pepper when served. This dish is especially popular in winter and spring. (Tianchang)…
Qinlan Marinated Goose is a specialty of the Qinlan area, said to have a history of over a hundred years. Its meat is tender, crispy, and aromatic, making it suitable for all ages and boasting a unique flavor. The most crucial aspect of its preparation lies in the marinade. Making the marinade is quite complex—first, spices such as star anise, cloves, fennel, Sichuan peppercorn, sandalwood, cinnamon bark, cassia, nutmeg, and roasted sesame seeds are ground and placed in a cloth bag, then...
Big Crispy is a specialty of Qindian in this city, known for being crispy and delicious. Its production process is relatively simple: mix flour with a small amount of lard pastry, knead it, and then shape it into dough balls the size of eggs. Sprinkle a little sesame on top, and after the flatbread vendors close, remove the charcoal fire from the oven. Seal the dough balls inside the oven and bake them using residual heat. Each batch can hold dozens of pieces, and they can be taken out the next morning and eaten right away. (Tianchang…)
Snowflake Cake has a long production history in the city and is one of the renowned delicate pastries. The Tongcheng big cake is especially considered a fine product — as thin as white paper, ignitable with a flame, rollable like a cigarette, yet unbroken and uncracked. Its production process is as follows: select high-quality pure white glutinous rice, wash it thoroughly, then roast it and grind it into powder. When roasting the rice, first use a low flame to cook it through thoroughly. After the powder is made, store it in a jar, placing...