Wolfberry is ranked first among Ningxia’s “Five Treasures” and is the region’s leading strategic agricultural industry. Seedless wolfberry sprouts were developed over seven years of research by scientists. They do not flower or bear fruit, with most nutrients accumulating in the tender sprouts—which are the exact part consumed. Testing by the Ministry of Agriculture’s Quality Supervision, Inspection and Testing Center and the Key Laboratory of Gansu Agricultural University shows that the total nutrient content exceeds 73.7% of their weight, making them the most nutritionally dense edible food currently identified. They help protect the cardiovascular system, prevent arteriosclerosis, delay aging, combat tumors and fatigue, and inhibit blood sugar spikes. Main products include the Seedless Wolfberry Sprout Tea series (A, B, C, D, E, F), dehydrated seedless wolfberry sprouts, and quick-frozen seedless wolfberry sprouts. The products are sold nationwide and enjoy high recognition and market share.
Zhouta Township in Zhongning County is nourished by the Yellow River, bathed in the sweet dew of northern China, and enriched by the essence of nature. With fertile soil and unique geographical and climatic conditions, the goji berries produced here are bright red, large, plump, with minimal seeds, rich in nutrients, and of exceptional quality—renowned both domestically and abroad. The township comprises 11 administrative villages, 100 villager groups, and 6,602 farming households, cultivating…
The taro (potatoes) in Zhongwei are large and sweet with a sandy texture. First, steam the taro, mash it, and remove the skin. Place it in a bowl, then stir the starch slurry into a paste, mix it with various seasonings and seasonal fresh vegetables, and cook it into a hot and savory starch gruel to pour over the top. It’s spicy, sour, steaming hot, uniquely flavorful, affordable, and beloved as a popular local breakfast.…
Due to the local gravel being rich in minerals, including essential trace elements such as selenium, zinc, and calcium for the human body, these elements are gradually released through wind and sun exposure, washed into the soil by rainwater, and absorbed by plant roots. This enables the production of sweet, refreshing, and uniquely natural health-preserving food without the use of chemical fertilizers or pesticides...
Usage 1: Both seeds and tender pods or sprouts are edible; the seeds contain starch and oil, and have medicinal benefits such as strengthening the body, promoting urination, and relieving diarrhea; 2: The stems and leaves can cool the body and relieve summer heat; they are also used as green manure and fodder. Nutritional value: Per 100g of peas contains: energy 105 kcal, protein 7.4g, fat 0.3g, …
Haiyuan fennel has a long history of cultivation in Haiyuan County. The fennel produced here boasts attractive color, pure flavor, and superior quality, and is hailed as a top-grade condiment. With the continuous improvement in people's living standards, the demand for fennel products is growing steadily among both urban and rural residents, especially in economically developed areas, where high-quality fennel is particularly favored...
Ha Yuan Potatoes Ha Yuan County is located in the mountainous region of southern Ningxia, characterized by a typical continental monsoon climate with short frost-free periods, frequent winds, and little rainfall. The soil is predominantly black loessial soil, rich in potassium ions, deep in layers, and loose in texture—ideal conditions for growing high-quality potatoes. The scale of potato cultivation continues to expand, with an increasing variety of cultivars,…
There are many places in Guyuan that grow melons, but the melons from Caochang Village, Ga’an Township, Haiyuan County, stand out for their tender, sweet, and sandy flesh, winning great affection from consumers. Each year, around 400 acres of melons are planted locally, with varieties including Wallace, Miguai, and Mibao. Before the 1970s, due to subpar cultivation techniques, the villagers of Caochang continued to use traditional…
Colorful Dumplings in Flour Soup is an innovative snack, evolved from the traditional flour soup dumplings, and is currently used only in mid-to-high-end banquets. Ingredients: flour, spinach juice, carrot juice, tomato sauce, beef filling, lamb filling, three-delicacy filling, vegetarian filling, cold noodles, cilantro, refined salt, monosodium glutamate, pepper, chili oil. Preparation method…
1. The sliced lamb should be as thin as paper, even as crystal, aligned as straight as thread, and beautiful as flowers. Each slice should be 17 to 20 cm long and 3 to 6 cm wide. 2. With the hot pot on high heat, slide in the meat slices and blanch them until they turn white, then remove and dip in seasoning. (1) Make the broth with sheep bones, pork bones, fish, and ginger. (2) Freeze the lamb solid...
Snowflake Lamb creates the most romantic and delicate association for lamb, which is traditionally known for its strong gamy smell. This dish uses slices of cooked white lamb, with the skin removed and meat tenderized, then cut into domino-sized pieces and marinated evenly. Fresh milk and egg whites are mixed with a fine mince of chicken and mandarin fish, which is then steamed in a small steamer basket and sprinkled with lily powder. The elaborate process still isn’t over at this point...
Pigeon fish, also known as bronze fish, is abundant in the river bends from Zhongwei to Shizui Mountain in Ningxia. It gets its name from its pigeon-like shape. As a precious fish species in Ningxia, it was once described as “goose meat from the heavens, chicken from the land, but the most delicious of all — pigeon fish from the water.” The local chronicle *Colorful Fish* records: “Pigeons are most numerous atop the mountain cliffs; once they step into the Yellow River, they turn into fish, and their flavor…”
The most famous tofu is made by Yan Sula, currently managed by the second-generation heir, Yan Bingyi. Their tender tofu, coagulated using ancestral techniques, is deep-fried in fragrant oil, causing it to puff up. The resulting skin is soft and hollow, making it highly absorbent of flavors, resembling wheat gluten. It is then served with spinach, carrot slices, and chili oil, featuring a colorful mix of red, yellow, and green—delicious in both taste and appearance, suitable for all ages…
Sunflowers (xiangrikui) (Helianthus annuus), also known as helianthus flowers, belong to the Asteraceae family and the Helianthus genus. They are annual herbaceous plants, growing 1 to 3 meters tall. The stems are upright, sturdy, round, and multi-angled, covered with coarse white hairs. Leaves are usually alternate, heart-shaped ovate or ovate-round, with pointed tips...
Geographical Scope: Haiyuan Selenium-Sand Melon is produced in nine townships of Haiyuan County, including Xingren, Xutao, Haochuan, Guanqiao, Xinglong, Gaoya, Liwang, Xi’an, and Cao Wa. Haiyuan County is located in the mountainous area of southern Ningxia, with geographical coordinates between 105°09′45″–106°10′10″ east longitude and 36°06′40″–37…
Gaoyacun Village, Gaoyaxiang Township, Haiyuan County, Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, is located in the deep mountainous area at the northern border between Shaanxi and Gansu provinces. The village has a population of 1,588 people, with an average of 5.6 mu of arable land per person and an average annual precipitation of 300 mm. The area enjoys a humid climate, dense forests, abundant wildlife, and beautiful surroundings. The cultivation of melons in Gaoyacun has a history of nearly a hundred years, when…
Fried pig offal is made by steaming sticky rice mixed with fresh pig blood for a long time. When served, it is sliced and pan-fried with marinated pig head meat. The rice has a glossy reddish hue, with the fat seeping into the grains. The ratio of fat to lean can be adjusted flexibly to suit various tastes. A full meal can be pan-fried in a single dish, cooked and eaten right away, hot and steamy — it's the simplest form of meat-based fast food. The pig offal melts in your mouth without being greasy...
Braised Beef Braised beef is a beloved dish among the various ethnic groups in the Zhongwei region. With its rich flavor, appealing color, and enticing aroma, it is both mellow and delicious, earning widespread popularity. There are two main cooking methods: raw braising and pre-cooked braising.…
Hunjiu is made by re-filtering yellow wine lees (fully utilizing the nutrients of rice wine). The stir-fried pork is braised with diced lamb, radish, cellophane noodles, and more. When eating, combine Hunjiu and the stir-fried pork with chili oil. In winter, you can also add diced pickled vegetables, chopped scallions, boil them together, then add boiled dumplings. The flavors of the soup dumplings, rice wine, and fresh lamb blend into one, creating a uniquely delicious dish that is both filling…
Frozen rabbit meat is a specialty of Ningxia. China is also one of the world’s major exporters of frozen rabbit meat, with annual exports accounting for over 70% of global trade. Rabbit meat is high in protein, low in fat, and contains little cholesterol. The protein content in frozen rabbit meat can reach up to 70%, which is higher than that of most other types of meat, yet its fat and cholesterol levels…