Huguan Small Cart Knife-Cut Cake The small cart knife-cut cake is a traditional food made from coarse grains in Huguan. This knife-cut cake is steamed using premium millet and red dates, resulting in a delicate texture and sweet, pleasant aroma. It is a famous local specialty snack in Huguan. There is also a legend about the “small cart knife-cut cake.” It is said that 40 kilometers southeast of Huguan County…
Xinzhai Old Aged Vinegar from Huguan is a specialty of Xinzhai Village, Huguan County, Changzhi City, Shanxi Province. Huguan County has a long and well-known history of vinegar brewing, particularly renowned in Xinzhai Village, which is hailed as the “Vinegar Hometown of Shangdang.” It was once an imperial tribute during the Song Dynasty. Xinzhai Old Aged Vinegar is made from carefully selected ingredients using a unique formula. It boasts a richly aromatic flavor, helps eliminate fishy odors and toxins, aids digestion, reduces phlegm, stimulates appetite, and…
Dianshang Town is located about 18 kilometers southeast of Huguan County, in the central hinterland of the county. It has over 9,000 households, a population of 32,000, and 35,000 mu of arable land, making it a major agricultural town primarily focused on crop farming and animal husbandry. The cultivation of drought-terrain tomatoes is one of the town’s standout specialty crops and a leading component of its agricultural industry…
Ingredients for Red Flour Ciba: sorghum flour, white flour, water. Preparation method: 1. Place equal amounts of red flour and white flour in a basin, add about 60% of the total flour weight in water, and mix into a dough with water, set aside. 2. Bring an appropriate amount of water to a boil in a pot, place the ciba scraping tool on the edge of the pot, then hold the tool with one hand and use the other hand…
Recently, news came from the Trademark Office of the State Administration for Industry and Commerce that “Huguan Codonopsis” from Huguan County in our province has passed the preliminary review for its certification mark of origin. After three years, the geographical trademark for this traditional Chinese medicinal herb, which has been cultivated in Huguan County for a thousand years, is about to be successfully registered. Geographical trademarks are mainly used to certify the origin of a product,…
Huguan County has a long and well-renowned history of aged vinegar production, especially in Xinzhai Village, which is known as the "Vinegar Hometown of Shangdang." It was once an imperial tribute during the Song Dynasty. The Fengbo-brand aged vinegar produced at the village's vinegar factory comes in three series and 18 varieties, selling well across China and exported to Hong Kong, Macau, and Southeast Asia. …
Shangdang raw honey is a specialty of Huguan County in Changzhi City, Shanxi Province. In Chinese folk terms, the Chinese honeybee is commonly known as the "local bee," and only the honey produced by this type of bee is called raw honey. Shangdang raw honey is derived from the nectar of various plants in the local alpine forests. The honey has a deep color, a fragrant and rich taste, and contains a variety of trace elements that can be directly absorbed by the human body. Due to its long fermentation period and scarce nectar sources, it is hailed as a “treasure among honeys.”
Qingliu Ceramics are produced by Qingliu Ceramics Factory in Huguan County. Renowned for their long history, innovative designs, delicate porcelain texture, and reliable quality, they are favored by customers both domestically and abroad. The main products include daily-use ceramics such as tea sets, wine sets, and tableware. Over 20 product varieties are exported to more than 20 countries and regions, including the United States, Canada, France, and Switzerland, with an annual...
Huguan Mutton Soup Huguan Mutton Soup is a famous traditional snack from Shangdang, boasting a long history and enduring popularity. Alongside the sheep offal soup from the northern Shanxi region and the mutton soup served with flatbread in southern Shanxi, it is recognized as one of the three major styles of mutton soup in Shanxi. Huguan Mutton Soup is made using the whole sheep: head, hooves, innards with pepper, dumplings, meatballs, and stewed meat—truly “a clever mix of meat and vegetables, broth and solids… a whole sheep in one bowl.” Thanks to its rich nutrition, there’s a local saying: “Drink mutton soup in winter to keep warm and nourished; drink it in summer to soothe the stomach, relieve diarrhea, and reduce bloating.”
The pie, also known as "vegetable fold," "small griddle cake," or locally referred to as "lǐgēzhuā" in Gaoping and Lingchuan, is a festive delicacy and a treat for guests in both urban and rural areas of southeastern Shanxi. It is also considered a fine dish to elevate everyday meals. According to folklore, the exact time when pies were introduced to the Changzhi region remains unclear. However, legend has it that after the Mongolian conquest of the Central Plains, Mongolian soldiers stationed in Luzhou often ate pies made with buckwheat dough...
Tofu is a common dish among the Chinese people, with many ways of preparation and consumption, whether raw or cooked. It can be cooked alone or with other meats and vegetables, and tastes delicious in all cases. Whether stir-fried, braised, pan-fried, simmered, stewed, deep-fried, steamed, or stuffed, the final dish always has its own unique flavor. According to relevant sources, hundreds of different dishes can be made using tofu. The Qing Dynasty’s …
Pingshun Codonopsis Pilosula is a specialty of Pingshun County, Shanxi Province, and a protected product under China's Agricultural Product Geographical Indication. Pingshun County is the birthplace of this herb. The unique springs, special soil, and climate in the "Sihé Guānshān" area of the county create ideal conditions for the growth of Codonopsis. The characteristics of Pingshun Codonopsis include long, slender roots, thick texture, pure taste, yellow skin with red flesh, and bright color…
Plain Steamed Shredded Pickled Vegetables are made from the roots of vegetables native to the mountainous region of Pingshun through multiple processing steps. They are an ideal gift choice. The shredded pickled vegetables are processed from the unique vegetable roots of Pingshun through five traditional steps using a time-honored technique and a scientific formula. They offer a great taste and excellent color...
Prickly ash is widely cultivated throughout Shanxi Province, with many varieties, but that produced in Ping Shun County is considered the highest quality. Its characteristics include fine skin, few seeds, rich oil content, aromatic flavor, dark yellow color, good storability, resistance to insects, and long-lasting fragrance—dried prickly ash retains its aroma for 3–5 years, earning it the nickname “aroma in the earth.” Origin: Ping Shun, Shanxi, China. Distribution: It mainly grows in five towns along the Zhuozhang and Hongni Rivers in Ping Shun County, including Shihui, Beidanche, Yanggao, Shicheng, and Wangjiazhuang.
Among the famous local delicacies of Changzhi, Donglu Donkey Meat of Shangdang is the most renowned. Originally, Donglu Donkey Meat specifically referred to donkey meat cooked in a clay pot, and it got its name because the preparation method originated in the lunar month of La (the 12th month of the Chinese calendar). It uses fresh donkey meat as the main ingredient, along with various spices and seasonings, and the preparation process is extremely meticulous. With its bright color and rich, savory flavor, this delicacy has captivated food connoisseurs and enjoys a great reputation...
The organic millet from Wuxiang County is cultivated according to organic farming standards using premium varieties such as JinGu 21 and HeiXian 1, with organic fertilizers applied. It is rich in carbohydrates, B vitamins, Vitamin E, calcium, iron, phosphorus, and potassium. The tryptophan in millet protein can be converted into serotonin, which aids sleep. Millet contains easily digestible starch that can…
Millet Rice – The main ingredient of millet rice is "millet." The millet produced in Wuxiang is famous far and wide. The grains are crystal-clear, golden in color, and in recent years, Wuxiang has vigorously promoted the cultivation of Jinmi No. 21, hence the millet is called "Fenzhou Fragrance," gradually becoming a renowned millet of the Taihang Mountains and a key product for development. "Millet Rice" varies depending on the quality of the millet. The cooked rice is chewy, refreshing, and soft. When eating, serve a bowl of "Millet Rice" and top it with some shredded red or white radish for an even better taste.
Dry Flatbread "Dry flatbread" is the most common food among the people of Wuxiang, often seen in cities, villages, restaurants, and street stalls alike. This food is not only convenient to carry but also easy to store. It has been widely renowned since the Shunzhi period of the Qing Dynasty. …
Ca Mian (Rubbed Noodles) “Ca Mian,” also known as “Ca Ge Dou,” is a common folk dish from Wuxiang. It’s simple to prepare, easy to cook, and ideal for large-group meals prepared on communal stoves. To make ca mian: 1. A special utensil called a “ca chuang” (rubbing bed) is needed. The frame of the ca chuang is rectangular—larger ones are about three feet long, smaller ones around one and a half feet—with a middle section made mostly of hard iron sheet...
Hezifan “Hezifan,” also known as “Hezefan,” is a common dinner dish in the folk cuisine of Wuxiang. The main ingredients include millet or a small amount of corn grits. Seasonal ingredients such as legumes (large white beans, large green beans, soybeans), vegetables (sweet potatoes, potatoes, pumpkins, winter squash, fresh green beans, carrots, white radishes, celery…