Ningxian Oil Cake is made by wrapping brown sugar or honey in a wheat flour wrapper, then deep-frying it. It features a dark reddish color, with a crispy outer crust, soft and flaky interior, and sweet filling that is utterly addictive. Its preparation method: use white flour, sugar, oil, and water as ingredients. First, bring water to a boil, then pour in the white flour and stir it in the boiling water...
Ningxian Crispy Cakes are a specialty dessert from the southern region of Ningxian. They are commonly made during festivals and holidays, often used for ancestral worship or as thoughtful gifts for family and friends. These cakes in the Ningxian area are typically made with lard, white flour, white sugar, and other ingredients, along with appropriate amounts of Sichuan peppercorn, cinnamon, and more, then baked. Their…
Leek pancakes are an authentic local specialty of Ningxian County, best enjoyed in spring. They feature a golden, crispy crust and a filling that bursts with fragrant, tender leeks, offering a delightful taste suitable for all ages. Making leek pancakes generally involves two steps: preparing the leek filling and making the dough. First, wash and chop the leeks into small sections, then dice the tofu and stir-fried…
The Banqiao White Cucumber originates from Banqiao Township in Heshui County, locally known as Banqiao White Cucumber. For many years, it has been continuously cultivated, purified, and improved by local farmers and agricultural technicians, and has endured to this day. The cucumbers are straight in shape, about 20 cm in length, 3.5 cm in diameter, and weigh around 165 g each. They have a fresh, tender color, sparse warts, and a crisp and refreshing taste...
The vines have green leaves and yellow flowers. The plants are not large, yielding two to three fruits per plant. The fruits are spindle-shaped, each weighing about half a kilogram. Their skin is white-green, the flesh deep green, crispy on the outside and soft inside, sweet and refreshing, and pleasing to the senses — a true delicacy among melons (Qingyang region). The pear melon, whose full name should be "Green-Fleshed Pear Melon Seed," is a type of muskmelon produced in Jiaozi Valley and Nanchuan. It is planted in spring...
The Qingyang region in Gansu Province enjoys abundant sunlight and significant day-night temperature variations, resulting in fruits with high sugar content and vibrant color. The area is free from mining zones, factories, and pollution, making it a historic fruit-growing hub. As such, the apples here have high sugar levels, bright colors, and offer the best taste in the region. The apple harvest season is approaching, and the main variety we focus on is...
Recently, the Environmental Protection Bureau and Forestry Bureau of Heshui County in Gansu Province discovered a wild population of purple-speckled peonies in the Ziwuling forest area of the county, covering an estimated area of about 500 acres. The purple-speckled peony is a rare and unique species native to China, classified as a third-level nationally protected rare and endangered plant. It is a deciduous shrub, and unlike other types of peonies, all varieties feature large dark purple or purplish-black spots at the base of the petals. The petals are thicker, the fragrance stronger, the plants taller, with strong cold resistance and few pests or diseases. Currently, Heshui County is working on establishing the “Ziwuling Wild Purple-Speckled Peony Native Habitat Reserve” to enable the survival and propagation of this rare and endangered species through special protection and cultivation efforts.
Heshui Sugar Rings Heshui Sugar Rings are a traditional snack made from high-quality flour and maltose syrup, along with a certain amount of cooking oil and alkaline water. With a history of over 300 years in Heshui, these rings remain popular for their sweet, crispy texture and bright yellow color. In 1989, they were awarded first prize at the Qingyang Regional Food Exhibition and Sales Fair...
White melon seeds have a long production history in Qingyang, primarily grown in the forested areas and forest edges of the northern section of the Ziwuling Mountain Range. The region enjoys a moist climate and a favorable ecological environment, making it highly suitable for cultivating pumpkins. The annual planting area exceeds 10,000 mu, with an annual output of over 500 tons of white melon seeds. The roasted and processed white melon seeds are not only popular in the domestic market but also exported to...
Daylily has been cultivated in China for over 2,000 years. Since ancient times, Heshui has been renowned as a hometown of daylily. The rolling hills and plains in the area produce daylily blossoms rich in organic components such as protein, fat, calcium, phosphorus, iron, and vitamins. Not only are they a nutritious delicacy and a nourishing gourmet dish, but they also have significant...
Heshui is one of the more developed regions in Gansu and even China when it comes to carpet production. Heshui carpets and tapestries are woven from locally sourced native wool, which features coarse, long fibers, good elasticity, and strong luster—making it high-quality raw material for carpet weaving. Paired with exquisite craftsmanship and beautiful patterns, Heshui carpets are of superior quality, exquisitely made, and richly colorful…
The pillow with ear holes is a traditional handicraft that combines practicality and aesthetics. It is characterized by fine craftsmanship, intricate patterns, unique shapes, and soft comfort. The Heshui pillow with ear holes is entirely handmade by skilled local women. It gets its name because a section is cut out in the center of the pillow, creating just the right space to protect the ears from being pressed by the head. …
Pork ham, also known as aged cured pork leg. Fresh pork leg is coated with seasonings such as salt and Sichuan peppercorns. Once the salt dissolves in the moisture of the meat, it is lightly steamed and then air-dried for about three days. A layer of cooked vegetable oil is applied to give it a red hue, resulting in the cured ham. It can be preserved for around three years without spoiling. When consumed, it can be used in soups or dishes, offering both appealing color and rich flavor. …
Hot pot was a beloved winter dish enjoyed by families of all backgrounds in the old days. First, prepared ingredients such as tofu, glass noodles, sliced radish, meatballs, sliced meat, wood ear mushrooms, and daylily blossoms were placed in an earthenware or copper pot. A layer of sliced meat was placed on top, followed by seasoned broth. Charcoal was placed in the center of the pot to simmer the ingredients. Once cooked, additional seasonings could be added according to individual taste preferences. It was commonly eaten during...
Mafu involves grinding small hemp seeds into a fine powder, filtering out the residue through a fine sieve, then boiling the mixture in water to make the hemp kernels float to the surface and form lumps. These are scooped out, seasoned, and used as filling for buns, dumplings, or stir-fried dishes, offering a unique flavor...
Jade Face, also known as Niangpi (starch noodles), is made by first kneading fine wheat flour into dough and then washing it in a basin of water. The mixture is then filtered through a fine sieve until only a small amount of gluten remains. The filtered starch water is left to settle in the basin, after which the excess water is poured off. The thick, starchy paste settled at the bottom is then steamed in a pot until cooked. Because this method is relatively simple, it is called “Lazy Jade Face”...
Sticky Noodles, also known as Sticky Noodle Cake. The sticky millet is ground into flour, and the amount prepared depends on how much is needed. First, half of the flour is poured into a pot of boiling water and stirred with a rolling pin until cooked. Then it is scooped out onto a work surface, and the remaining half of the flour is added, kneaded evenly, and torn into small, fist-sized lumps. These are then steamed over high heat in a pot for about six hours, …
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Heshui White Melon Seeds are a specialty of Heshui County, Qingyang City, Gansu Province. Known throughout the region for their large size, thin seed coat, clean white appearance, plump kernel, high oil content, delicious roasted flavor, and absence of off-flavors, these seeds come from the zucchini plant. The main producing areas of Heshui White Melon Seeds are Tai Bai, Haozupu, Yangping, Tai, and Gu...
Heshui Caoping Apricots are a specialty of Heshui County in Qingyang City, Gansu Province. Known as the "Hometown of Red Apricots," Heshui has a long history of apricot cultivation. The locally grown Caoping apricots are of exceptional quality — with thick, juicy, fragrant, and tender flesh, and plump kernels. They are ideal for fresh consumption and processing, and the dried apricots produced here are highly favored by friends both at home and abroad. A single red apricot blooms from Heshui. Today, Heshui Caoping Apricots…