Yushe Aged Vinegar is made from high-quality, pollution-free and non-hazardous ingredients such as sorghum, wheat bran, and pure koji (barley and peas). It is produced using a unique traditional solid-state fermentation method combined with advanced technology. This product features a rich, mellow, and well-balanced sour taste, making it an authentic, specially crafted aged vinegar. Currently available in multiple flavors, …
Shecheng Pearl Black Millet is grown along the beautiful Zhuozhang River. The area boasts a picturesque environment, pleasant climate, and is free from pollution and contaminants. We use organic farmyard manure as fertilizer and irrigate with the natural waters of the Zhuozhang River, making the millet purer and more natural. It is known as the “Longevity Rice.” Shecheng Pearl Black Millet is highly nutritious, containing protein, fat…
Yuci Acacia Honey is a specialty of Yuci County in Jinzhong City, Shanxi Province. Also known as black locust honey or acacia blossom honey, Yuci Acacia Honey has a long production history in the county and is considered a high-grade honey for export and foreign exchange earnings in China. It is characterized by its light color, fresh and mellow taste, sweetness without being cloying, and the unique fragrance of acacia flowers, along with its resistance to crystallization. Yuci Acacia Honey is an agricultural product...
Yushe is a traditional millet-producing area in Jinzhong, with Heyu being a key township for millet production. The varieties planted include the unique and high-quality Yushe Lianggu Zhe Jingu 21, which, thanks to the region’s special geographical environment and superior water, soil, and climate conditions—along with scientific and meticulous cultivation and management—has truly become a pure natural green...
In recent years, countryside chicken eggs have gained popularity for their high nutritional value and being free from contaminants. However, the market is flooded with a wide variety of countryside chicken eggs, varying greatly in quality, with many unscrupulous vendors passing off inferior products as premium ones. What exactly is the difference between regular eggs and countryside chicken eggs? What qualifies as a true countryside chicken egg? On July 28, the Yusu County governm…
As the saying goes, "When people age, their feet deteriorate first; to nurture health, start with the feet." The most notable features of handmade cloth shoes are their breathability and excellent sweat absorption. They also enhance the foot’s flexibility and adaptability to the surrounding environment, thereby promoting overall wellness from the feet up. Cat-head shoes, also known as tiger-head shoes, best showcase the craftsmanship of traditional Chinese women’s needlework. Shaped like cats or tigers, these charming shoes are endearing...
"Facial masks" refer to the colorful makeup applied to the faces of male actors in traditional Chinese theater. This type of facial makeup is primarily used for "Jing" (painted face) and "Chou" (clown) roles. It follows certain standardized forms, colors, and types. Experienced audiences can tell whether a character is a hero or a villain just by looking at the mask. The captivating…
Yuci features undulating mountains and crisscrossing ravines, making it a typical hilly and mountainous region. The unique climate and geographical environment provide ideal growing conditions for a variety of wild plants, resulting in an abundant source of nectar and pollen plants such as wild jujubes, wild roses, wild chrysanthemums, and wild catnip spread across the hills and valleys. The rich nectar and pollen resources have laid the foundation for the development of the beekeeping industry...
Introduction to Stir-fried Frozen Beans: Frozen beans have been a traditional festive snack since the Ming and Qing dynasties and are widely consumed among the people of Zuoquan County. On the first day of the twelfth lunar month, as soon as you wake up in the morning, do not speak—first eat a few frozen beans. Legend has it that this helps ward off disasters and misfortune. As the local saying goes, “If you don’t eat stir-fried beans on the first day of the twelfth lunar month, some will rise while others fall.”…
Cashmere is the medullated wool found among sheep’s fleece and is considered the finest in terms of textile properties among all types of wool. It features strong felting ability, insulation, moisture absorption, and a soft hand feel, making it an ideal raw material for the textile industry. Products made from cashmere are known for their stability, wrinkle resistance, ease of washing, and quick drying. Zuoquan is a major production area for Daqingshan goats, with an annual herd population of…
Ingredients for Bird’s Nest Pastry: 500g all-purpose flour, 150g lard, 150g white sugar. Method: 1. Place 300g of all-purpose flour on the work surface, make a well, add 50g lard and 150g warm water to form an oily dough, knead well and let rest for 10 minutes. 2. Mix the remaining 200g of all-purpose flour with 100g lard...
Fried Dough Twists: 25 kg flour, 12.25 kg vegetable oil, 6.75 kg white sugar, 250 g ginger slices, 175 g alkaline flour, 110 g each of green and red silk threads, 275 g osmanthus flowers, 750 g sesame seeds, 5 g saccharin, 7.5 liters water. Method: 1. One day before frying the dough twists, use…
Daqing Mountain Sheep The Daqing Mountain Sheep are mainly raised in Zuoquan County. The current flock numbers 210,000, including 126,000 breeding ewes, yielding 119,000 surviving lambs annually and resulting in an annual slaughter of 80,000 sheep. Key characteristics: tall and sturdy build, well-proportioned body structure, muscular frame. Both rams and ewes typically have horns, with only a few polled individuals. They have straight backs, well-rounded hindquarters…
Walnuts Left County has long been known as the “Hometown of Walnuts in China,” with a history of walnut cultivation spanning over 1,000 years. According to the Chronicles of Left County, walnuts from the region were exported through the Tianjin port as early as the Qing Dynasty. Left County is located at the northern foot of the Taihang Mountains, with an average elevation of around 1,000 meters, an average temperature of 7.4°C, and an effective accumulated temperature of 2,88…
The introduction and improvement of Simmental cattle in Zuoquan began in the 1970s. After nearly 30 years of selective breeding, there are now 13,900 head of Simmental cattle, including 5,360 first-generation hybrids, 3,800 second-generation hybrids, and 4,240 third-generation or later hybrids. They are a dual-purpose breed for meat and milk, mainly...
A simple noodle dish with unique local flavors. Originating from folk traditions, its history is unclear. According to elders, at least by the Qing Dynasty, stir-fried noodles were commonly eaten by the populace. The original dry stir-fried noodles were made by dry-roasting corn kernels over a fire, then grinding them into flour. Over time, the people of Zuoquan continuously refined and improved dry stir-fried noodles, developing them into…
Zuoquan Prickly Ash is a specialty of Zuoquan County in Jinzhong City, Shanxi Province. The main varieties of Zuoquan Prickly Ash are Xiaohongjiao (small red pepper) and Dahongpao (big red robe). The product is of high quality, featuring a bright red color, uniform granules, and a rich flavor. It is an excellent seasoning ingredient. Its seeds can be pressed for oil, with an oil yield of around 23%. Medicinally, it helps to dispel cold, soothe the qi, relieve pain, and stimulate appetite. …
Zuoquan County is located at the northern foot of the Taihang Mountains, where the terrain is rugged with rolling hills and numerous gullies—ideal conditions for walnut tree cultivation. Eight townships in particular—Tongyu, Matian, Zecheng, Qiquan, Suicheng, Guair, Xiazhuang, and Yangjiao—have a long history of growing walnuts. Zuoquan walnuts are renowned for their plump kernels, thin shells, large size, and delicious flavor. Zuoquan…
The method of making oatmeal cakes and the origin of their name can be traced back to the late Sui and early Tang dynasties, about 1,400 years ago. Legend has it that Li Yuan, Duke of Tang, was demoted and stationed in Taiyuan. While traveling through Lingkong Mountain with his family, he stopped at Pangu Temple, an ancient monastery, where the elderly abbot specially prepared this oatmeal-based dish to host them. Li Yuan asked, “What is this you’re holding?” The old abbot replied, “Kaolaos.” “Kao” is a general term for plants…
HuDu Cooking Method: Although HuDu may seem simple to make, it is actually quite rich in content. Start by placing water in a pot, then add cleaned and chopped potatoes, green beans, and other optional ingredients to boil together. Once the water boils and the vegetables are half-cooked, it's time to sprinkle in the flour. There’s an art to this—how much flour you add depends on how much water is in the pot. Too much or too little will result in subpar HuDu...