Shuozhou City is abundant in buckwheat production. In recent years, as farmers' awareness of market economics has grown, the buckwheat planting area has increased year by year. Pinglu Red Mountain Buckwheat, with the highest selenium content in China, weighs 38.8 grams per thousand grains and contains 0.73 mg/g of selenium, making it highly favored by Japan and Southeast Asian countries and selected for state banquets multiple times. Buckwheat is an ancient crop originally native to...
Pinglu dough modeling, also known as "dough figurines," is a traditional craft from Pinglu County. Made by hand-molding white flour into various animal shapes, fruits, or human figures, these pieces are steamed and then painted in bright colors. The dough models are delicate and exquisitely crafted, with lively forms. They are often used as auspicious decorative items for appreciation or given as gifts to family and friends. …
Shuozhou City is rich in buckwheat production. In recent years, as farmers' awareness of market economics has increased, the planting area of buckwheat has grown year by year. Pinglu Hongshan buckwheat, which has the highest selenium content in the country, weighs 38.8 grams per thousand grains and contains 0.73 mg/g of selenium. It is highly favored by Japan and Southeast Asian countries and has been selected for state banquets multiple times. Buckwheat is an ancient crop originally native to...
Hongshan buckwheat, which has the highest selenium content among oats in China, weighs 38.8 grams per thousand grains and contains 0.73 mg/g of selenium. It is highly favored in Japan and Southeast Asian countries and has been served at state banquets multiple times. Peas and potatoes have very high starch content, making them excellent raw materials for flour production. The main oil crop is flaxseed, which boasts a fragrant taste and bright color, remains unspoiled for long periods, and has an extremely high content of linoleic acid…
Ingredients for steamed dumplings with scalded dough: 500g flour, 200g Chinese cabbage, 100g pressed tofu, 50g celery, 10g minced ginger, 50g green onions, 50g cooked vegetable oil, 10g mashed garlic, 2g monosodium glutamate (MSG), 2g ground pepper, 5g salt, 10g sugar, 10g vinegar, 10g chili oil, 50g soy sauce. The method is as follows...
Shuozhou Hemp Seed Oil Shuozhou Hemp Seed Oil features a pure yellow color and is rich in nutrients, with an oil content as high as 48%. It has a high level of linoleic acid, strong drying properties, and a wide range of light industrial uses. It boasts a fragrant aroma for culinary use, remains fresh over long storage, isn’t greasy when eaten raw, produces minimal smoke when fried, dyes quickly, and is an ideal oil for the food industry. …
Black-glazed ceramics, also known as ink-jade ceramics, derive their name from their lacquer-like glaze that is smooth, glossy, and beautiful like ink jade. The products are sturdy in texture, with smooth and lustrous glazes, pure colors, rich decorative patterns, elegant designs, acid and alkali resistance, and low water absorption.…
The bean-green bowl is a traditional household item. The product features dense porcelain, an inner surface as white as jade, an outer surface in a light bean-green hue, an elegant shape, clear patterns, and uniform color. According to county records, its production history spans over 1,200 years. …
A specialty of Shanxi—Mengmen Stew—is actually an economical and convenient snack, commonly referred to as tofu stewed with flatbread. It shares similarities with Shaanxi’s “pita bread soaked in lamb soup” across the river. First, tender tofu is cut into large chunks similar to stewing meat, quickly stir-fried with a bit of scallion oil, then hot water and salt are added, and it's simmered over the fire...
Song Family Sugar Dried Oven Biscuits, also known as Shantazui, originated in the Song Dynasty and flourished in the Qing Dynasty. They are a traditional family recipe passed down through generations of the Song family. With exquisite craftsmanship, the Song descendants have continuously devoted themselves to research and innovation, creating various flavors. In particular, the "Oil Dried Oven" is known for being fragrant, crispy, and flaky, sweet yet not greasy, making it a distinctive food gift for friends and relatives. According to legend, the "Sugar Dried Oven" of Huairen...
Fried tofu puffs are spherical in shape with a honeycomb-like interior. They have a firm exterior and a soft, airy inside. When pressed, they give a spongy sensation and can spring back to their original form when flattened. They can be used in both meat and vegetable dishes and are suitable for making soups or as an ingredient in stir-fries. For a unique flavor, make a small slit in the puff with a knife, stuff it with seasoned minced meat, seal it with a flour paste, and steam until cooked. …
The porcelain of Shuozhou has a long history. As early as the Northern Wei Dynasty, porcelain production had already begun here. Thanks to the high-quality clay found near Huair en County, the traditional craftsmanship used to produce Black Jade Porcelain results in pieces that are glossy, elegant, sturdy, and durable—earning widespread praise from users. …
Heiren Black Glazed Ceramics: Also known as Ink Jade Ceramics, they are named for their lacquer-like glaze that is smooth, glossy, and beautiful like ink jade. The products are sturdy in texture, with a smooth and lustrous glaze, pure color tones, rich decorative patterns, elegant designs, acid and alkali resistance, and low water absorption. …
Lamb Knee Bend Shuozhou is located beyond the Great Wall, where animal husbandry is relatively developed, so there are naturally many cattle and sheep. In Shuozhou, there is a local specialty dish called “Lamb Knee Bend,” which is actually the joint part of a lamb’s leg. There are many ways to prepare “Lamb Knee Bend.” Some cook it directly in a rich broth, others grill it, but the most commonly eaten method is to deep-fry it first and then braise it. It tastes somewhat...
The Huairen County Meat Sheep Industry Association has been awarded the registration certificate for the geographical indication certification trademark "Huairen Lamb Meat" by the Trademark Office of the State Administration for Industry and Commerce. The registration is valid for 10 years. This is the first geographical indication certification trademark in Huairen County. It is not only the result of the vigorous implementation of the trademark strategy and the active promotion of the "One County, One Industry" project by the Huairen County Administration for Industry and Commerce...
The “Huairen Ceramics” trademark has recently been approved and registered by the Trademark Office of the State Administration for Industry and Commerce, becoming the first Chinese geographical indication certification trademark for ceramic products in Shanxi Province. A geographical indication certification trademark indicates that a certain product originates from a specific region, and that the product’s particular quality, reputation, or other characteristics are primarily determined by the natural...
Big Meatballs Huairen is abundant in potatoes. The good ones are used for daily consumption, while those that cannot be stored are ground into potato starch to make potato noodles, which are then used in a stew with sheep offal. Potato starch is mixed into a slurry, cooled, then scraped into a paste. Seasonings and minced meat are added, shaped, and steamed. Once cooked, broth, oil, and chopped scallions are added before serving. A lazy method is to buy pre-made potato noodles, chop them up, mix with minced meat, steam, and add seasonings before eating.
Stir-fried rabbit heads are made by slicing halved, marinated semi-cooked rabbit heads down the middle, then stir-frying them in chili oil with a generous mix of spices such as chili powder, Sichuan peppercorns, green peppers, fried peanuts, cumin, and more. The entire sizzling pot is served straight to the table. The most famous spot for rabbit heads is the shop located behind the 110 Command Center (formerly next to the former 92nd Army base).…
Hele noodles When the Yang family generals were defeated at Lianglang Mountain, 3,000 elderly, weak, sick, and disabled soldiers had to abandon their weapons and supplies, leaving only one large pot among the cooking utensils. With no other options, the cook ordered noodles to be made. Rolling out the dough and cutting it would take too long, and simply pulling it thin and dropping it directly into the pot didn’t solve the problem either. Just as they were at a loss, they noticed children scooping fish out of the water with a sieve...
Huairun Cold Noodles are made from potato starch. Only local potatoes and local water can produce the authentic version. They are white, fine, smooth, and refreshing—crystal clear like water. That’s why in Huairun, people don’t say they “eat” cold noodles, but rather that they “drink” them. Pressing your lips to the edge of a large bowl and giving a gentle slurp, the silky noodles slide right in...