The fathead fish, also known as bighead carp, is referred to by many names including flower carp, bao tou fish, big head fish, and black carp. It is a type of freshwater fish. It has a laterally compressed body, a large and broad head, with the head length being about one-third of the body length. Its mouth is also wide and slightly upturned. The eyes are positioned low. On March 28, 2012, the “Qinghe Fathead Fish” trademark successfully passed the preliminary examination announcement by the Trademark Office of the State Administration for Industry and Commerce...
When it comes to Tieling’s corn, its large ears, plump kernels, and high yield are standout advantages. With an average annual temperature of 7.8°C, 700mm of precipitation, deep and fertile soil layers, ample sunlight, and suitable temperatures, Tieling corn has earned a great reputation and has become one of the most important sources of income growth and prosperity for farmers in Tieling City. …
Tieling Hazelnuts [Product Introduction] Hazelnuts, also known as mountain chestnuts, pointed chestnuts, or stick nuts, resemble chestnuts in shape. Their hard shells encase plump, round kernels that are aromatic and rich in oil, making them particularly delicious and leaving a lingering aftertaste. This has made them one of the most popular types of nuts, earning them the title "King of Nuts." Hazelnuts...
Daylily, also known as golden needle vegetable, golden needle flower, or daylily plant. Daylilies are highly nutritious, with fresh ones containing protein, fat, carbohydrates, carotene, vitamins, calcium, phosphorus, and iron, making them a well-known alkaline food. They have high medicinal value, containing various amino acids and medicinal compounds such as colchicine, offering benefits such as removing dampness and…
Tieling scallions, produced in Tieling County, Liaoning Province, are renowned both domestically and internationally for their single-stalk growth, long white bulbs, and delicious taste, making them one of Liaoning’s famous vegetable products. The cultivation of Tieling scallions dates back over a hundred years. These scallions are rich in various nutrients such as vitamins, proteins, and fats, and contain a significant amount of volatile essential oils known as allicin, which gives them a uniquely fragrant flavor…
Daoxiangcun pastries are a renowned local food product from Tieling City. They have been awarded the Liaoning Provincial Excellent Food Prize, the Gold Award for Series Pastries, the Brand Award for Series Pastries, and have been recognized as a “Reliable Food Product of Liaoning Province.” The Daoxiangcun Food Factory is a state-owned enterprise under the Tieling Municipal Catering Service Company. The Daoxiangcun-branded pastries produced there are known for their wide variety, high quality, unique flavors…
Peanuts are an important cash crop widely cultivated around the world. However, their yield has remained stagnant due to various influencing factors. In recent years, the application of the large-ridge double-row plastic-film mulching cultivation technique has yielded positive results in Tieling’s peanut production, increasing economic returns by 45%–50% compared to traditional bare-seed planting...
Xifeng Tussah Silk is produced within the current administrative region of Xifeng County, Liaoning Province. Designated under the "Letter from Xifeng County People's Government on Defining the Geographic Indication Product Protection Scope of Xifeng Tussah Silk," Xizheng Letter [2013] No. 14, and in accordance with the enterprise standard of Liaoning Meilin Group Co., Ltd.: Q/LML0002-2013 "Xifeng Tussah Silk"...
The Xifeng Sika Deer is China’s second cultivated breed of sika deer, successfully developed in 1995 by Li Jinglong and others from the Farming and Reclamation Bureau of Xifeng County, Liaoning Province. (1) Distribution of Breeding Areas
“Xifeng Deer Antler Velvet” is a famous and specialty product of Xifeng County, Liaoning Province. Deer antler velvet in China mainly comes from the northeastern region, with Xifeng County as the primary production area. Deer antler velvet refers to the external genitalia of deer, i.e., either a stag or a doe. It has functions such as nourishing kidney, strengthening yang, enriching essence, activating blood, and promoting lactation. It is used to treat fatigue, soreness and pain in the waist and knees, deafness and tinnitus due to kidney deficiency, impotence...
"Xifeng Deer Antler" is a famous and specialty product of Xifeng County, Liaoning Province. Deer antlers in China are mainly produced in the northeastern region, particularly in Xifeng County. They are uniquely characterized by being "thick, large, and plump," and hold high economic value. Deer antlers, along with deer sinew, deer heart, deer penis, deer kidney, and deer placenta, are all considered precious medicinal materials. They are believed to nourish essence and marrow, enrich blood and boost yang, strengthen the waist and kidneys, and fortify tendons...
Xifeng hazel mushrooms are edible fungi of the Tricholomataceae family. Produced in the eastern mountainous regions, they contain protein, fat, various amino acids, carbohydrates, and more, and are known to dispel wind, improve circulation, strengthen muscles and bones. The mushroom-picking season runs from July to August, with those collected after the dog days (mid-summer) being of particularly high quality. Hazel mushrooms can be eaten fresh or collected, cleaned of dirt and debris, and dried...
Flue-cured tobacco is one of the important cash crops in Xifeng County, with over 50 years of cultivation history. The main variety planted is G28, which was introduced from the United States. The tobacco leaves are known for their strong gloss, moderate thickness, fine texture, high elasticity, good body, and high sugar and carbohydrate content. They also contain abundant protein and amino acids. The flavor is mellow, the aroma is rich, and the stimulation and off-flavors are minimal...
Hazelnuts are a dried fruit produced in Liaoning that is famous both at home and abroad. As Liaoning is located between the subtropical and northern temperate zones, its natural and soil conditions are well suited to the growth of hazelnut forests, which can be found almost everywhere in the province. Counties such as Kaiyuan, Tieling, Xifeng, Xinbin, and Huanren are particularly concentrated production areas. In an average year, the province can produce…
Marinated pork is one of the distinctive regional dishes of Northeast China, developed from braised pork and red-cooked pork. There are many marinated pork restaurants across the Northeast, but the most famous is Li's Marinated Pork located at the foot of Longshou Mountain in Tieling City. Li's Marinated Pork was first created by Li Xuexin when he fled from Tianjin to Tieling in 1918 and began...
Ping'anbao Township is located in the northernmost part of Changtu County, Liaoning Province. It has 100,000 mu of arable land, a total area of 90 square kilometers, and a population of 20,000, with convenient transportation. The cultivation of carrots in Ping'anbao Township has a history of over 20 years. The main variety grown is "Kuroda No. 5," introduced from Japan. It is known for its bright color, attractive shape…
In the old days, Changtu was known for its abundant sorghum production. The early version of the big pancake was not the cornmeal pancake that people later became accustomed to, but was mostly made from sorghum flour, also called "millet flour" pancake. First, the sorghum grains needed to be soaked in water, then ground into powder. After that, the dough was left to ferment, the right amount of alkali was added, and the pot of water was brought to a boil before you could…
Rice packets, commonly called "rice buns" by locals, are made using large whole cabbage leaves as the wrapper. A layer of soybean paste is spread on the leaf, then topped with some chili flakes, shredded scallions, fennel segments, or various chopped pickled vegetables. Finally, a handful of sorghum rice is pressed on top, and the cabbage leaf is folded up to enclose everything. It has a very rustic, farmhouse flavor. …
Changtu hazelnuts are produced in the Taiyang Mountain area in the eastern part of Changtu County, Liaoning Province. The region features unique landforms, distinct four seasons, fertile soil, and abundant natural resources. It is a renowned production hub of high-quality common hazelnuts, both domestically and internationally, and was historically the supplier of hazelnuts to the imperial court during the Ming and Qing dynasties. It has now been officially recognized by the State Administration for Market Regulation as the origin of hazelnuts, and has been named the “Hometown of Hazelnuts in China”...
Liangzhongqiao Dried Tofu is renowned far and wide, boasting a history of over a hundred years since the 14th year of the Guangxu reign in the Qing Dynasty (1888). This dried tofu is made from pure beans, has an appealing aroma, a glossy color, is as thin as paper, and boasts exceptional toughness—qualities that have earned it fame near and far. It’s so thin that printed text can be seen through it when placed on a book page, and it can withstand the weight of a ten-kilogram scale weight without breaking. Whether served raw or cooked, it’s a delicacy on any dining table. The town has over 480 year-round production sites, employing more than 1,200 people, with a daily output of 7,000 kilograms of dried tofu. In 1996, it was designated by the provincial government as one of the “Top Ten Local Specialties of Liaoning.” The exceptional quality of Liangzhongqiao Dried Tofu is inseparable from its traditional craftsmanship and the quality of the underground water. In 1996, testing by the Liaoning Testing Center of the Ministry of Geology and Mineral Resources revealed that the groundwater in Liangzhongqiao is a high-quality low-sodium metasilicic acid mineral water. This discovery unveiled the secret behind the tofu’s vivid color, pure flavor, thinness, softness, and remarkable toughness—truly in a class of its own.