Melon cultivation has only developed in recent years. Locals call it "fragrant melon" due to its sweet aroma. It is mainly grown in villages along the Shouyang Highway, especially in Sancha Village, with key varieties including Zhima Mi No.1, Zhima Mi No.2, Bingtangzi Melon, and Langchao No.1 Melon. The musk melons of Mashou live up to their name, characterized by being fragrant, sweet, and crisp. …
Cold Fragrance Tofu Pudding The ingredients for making Cold Fragrance Tofu Pudding: 400 grams of tofu pudding, 50 grams of shredded kelp, 50 grams of seaweed antler, galangal, refined salt, water, large white beans, spices, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and other appropriate amounts. Introduction to Cold Fragrance Tofu Pudding: Cold Fragrance Tofu Pudding is a food made from various types of beans that are ground and prepared. It is a traditional folk snack from Shanxi...
Qianzhuang "Golden Honey Pear"...
Beizhai has long been known as the “Hometown of Hemp Skin,” where local residents have a long history of cultivating small hemp. The main variety is linen hemp, which comes in both male and female types. Male hemp, also called summer hemp, has soft skin, a shiny appearance, and tough fibers. It flowers but does not produce seeds and is harvested in the summer. Female hemp, also known as autumn hemp, has thick skin, a yellowish hue, produces seeds but does not flower. The seeds are harvested in the autumn and can be pressed for oil, while the hemp skin can be used for weaving. In recent years, with the expansion and growth of hemp oil processing enterprises in Beizhai, and through the signing of planting contracts with farmers under an order-based production model, the cultivation area of small hemp has been increasing year by year. By 2010, the total planting area of small hemp in the township reached 1,000 mu. Beizhai linen hemp is actually the same plant as the recently popular “fire hemp” from Bama, Guangxi. The people of Beizhai eat “longevity oil” every day — it’s said that eating fire hemp oil is the secret to the longevity of the people in Bama, Guangxi.
Dragon Bones: The dragon bones produced in Yushe County are abundant, pure, with few impurities, strong moisture absorption, white color, and patterns. They are as hard as stone, with uneven cross-sections that are white in color; some are hollow and feel fine and powdery to the touch. The joints are enlarged, and the cross-sections have several honeycomb-like small holes. They also have strong moisture absorption. They are odorless and tasteless. Be sure to check them out when traveling in Shanxi!
Hand-pulled noodles are made by pinching small pieces of dough directly from the lump using your fingers. In Shanxi, both in cities and rural areas, these noodles are a common household dish. The kneaded dough is rolled out into thin sheets, then pieces are pinched off one by one into small, button-sized discs with a slight indentation in the middle, and tossed into the pot. Once the noodles float to the surface, they’re done. These hand-pulled noodles have a satisfying chew, a clean texture, …
The Huaxia Five Grains Divine Human Body Nutritional Balance Liquid, a patented product manufactured by Shanxi Yushe Patent Products Factory, comes in five major categories with over ten varieties. It integrates various grains, fruits, and vegetables, using a special process to directly extract balanced nutritional beverages and foods that harmonize human nutrition. According to a global patent search, it is an original creation both domestically and internationally. It contains: protein, fat, carbohydrates, ...
Oil cake is a food made with yellow millet flour (i.e., soft millet flour) as the wrapper, and sweet fillings such as sugar, jujube paste, or red bean paste. It is deep-fried to a golden color, with a crispy exterior and tender interior, soft, sweet, and delicious. In the Jinzhong area, there are many varieties of oil cakes, which differ in preparation methods—such as flaky cake, jujube cake (also called sliced cake), and raw-fried cake…
Ingredients for Dumpling Brain 【Ingredients】 100 pork (or lamb) dumplings (see recipe for lamb dumplings), 250g tender tofu, 125g Chinese yam (or sweet potato), 3 eggs, 250g brown sugar, an appropriate amount of cellophane noodles (all based on ingredients for 10 servings), 50g cooking oil, salt, sweet bean paste…
Xiyang Hanging Oven Small Sesame Cakes are a specialty of Xiyang County, Jinzhong City, Shanxi Province. These small cakes are flushed red in color, have an authentic flavor, and are crispy, fragrant, and delicious. They are also nutritious, easy to digest, convenient to store, portable, and offer great value for money. Commonly known as “sesame cakes,” Xiyang Hanging Oven Small Sesame Cakes are a traditional food of Xiyang. Originating during the Jin and Yuan dynasties, they have a history of over 800 years...
Xiyang Lamian is a specialty of Xiyang County in Jinzhong City, Shanxi Province. Also known as "stretched noodles," lamian is a distinctive local noodle dish beloved in Xiyang. During the Lunar New Year, there’s a saying: “Dumplings on the first day, noodles on the second.” As for when lamian was introduced to Xiyang, its origins remain unclear. The locals’ skill in making lamian and their widespread fondness for the dish...
Xiyang Ya Bing is a specialty of Xiyang County, Jinzhong City, Shanxi Province. The pressed cake boasts vibrant colors, a crisp yet tender texture, and is as thin as paper. It melts in your mouth with a rich, aromatic flavor—pure, fragrant, soft, and refreshing. Even after being stored for a hundred days, its color and taste remain unchanged. It is rich in protein, plant-based fats, sugars, and minerals such as calcium, phosphorus, and iron. Ya Bing was introduced to...
Xiyang Daqu is a specialty of Xiyang County, Jinzhong City, Shanxi Province. The wine is colorless, crystal clear, and boasts a rich cellar aroma, mellow and well-balanced flavor, smooth sweetness, and a long-lasting aftertaste. It is registered under the trademark “Leap Forward” brand. Xiyang Daqu is a high-quality strong-aroma Daqu liquor with a distinct southern-style flavor, produced in Xiyang County. Originally named “…”
Red Date Rice Cake The ingredients for making red date rice cake: 1500g soft millet flour, 500g red dates, 500g cornmeal, 250g white sugar. Introduction to red date rice cake: The Shanxi region is abundant in millet and red dates. Making red date cake with millet flour and red dates is a traditional local snack. During festivals and holidays, when visiting relatives or giving gifts to friends...
Qianzhuang Village is located in the southwestern part of Heyu Township, Yushe County, in a hilly area. The region features deep soil layers, fertile land, moderate rainfall, large diurnal temperature variations, and high effective accumulated temperatures, providing an ideal growing environment for high-quality crisp pears. The cultivation of crisp pears in Qianzhuang has a history of over 50 years, with approximately 1,000 mu of premium crisp pear orchards...
Heyu Crisp Pears Heyu Crisp Pears are mainly produced in Qianzhuang and Yanliang areas of Heyu Township. The region boasts fertile soil and significant temperature variations, which are ideal for growing crisp pears. The area has a long history of pear cultivation. There are currently over 1,000 acres of mature pear orchards. The fruit has benefits such as moistening the lungs, clearing internal heat, nourishing yin, and replenishing qi. It is mainly sold to Beijing, Taiyuan, and surrounding counties.…
Yusu Donkey-hide Gelatin is a specialty of Yusu County in Jinzhong City, Shanxi Province. The finished product comes in rectangular or square shapes, featuring a glossy dark brown surface. It is hard and brittle, with a shiny cross-section. When broken into pieces and held up to the light, it appears translucent brown. It is known for being easy to store and resistant to spoilage. The Yusu Donkey-hide Gelatin Factory was established and began production in 1955. The Purple...
Jiaozi-like pastry A type of flour-based food popular in northern China, especially in the Shanxi region. It belongs to the pie category, is round in shape, and has only one layer of filling between two thin layers of dough, which are cooked on a griddle. The dough must be made quite soft, resulting in a paper-thin yet elastic skin. The filling is a single layer, commonly including leek, fennel, eggs, and pork. The most common and popular combinations are leek + egg, fennel + pork, and leek + pork.
Millet and Minor Cereals These minor cereals are mainly produced in the pollution-free, green ecological zones of western and northern Yuci County. During cultivation, organic fertilizers and farmyard manure are primarily used, with physical crop rotation methods employed to control pests and diseases. These minor cereals help balance human nutrition and are a green food resource that combines both dietary and medicinal benefits. They are rich in protein...
Ranjing Honey is 100% fresh and pure honey, retaining its natural color, aroma, and flavor. It is a premium-grade product, rich in nutrition, pollution-free, all-natural, and suitable for all ages. This product has significant therapeutic effects on conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure, high blood lipids, and more. Additionally, it helps regulate endocrine function, boost immunity, and…