When it comes to Shaanxi snacks, everyone is quite familiar with paomo (bread soaked in lamb soup), zhalag soup, grilled meat, roujiamo (Chinese hamburger), cumin-flavored roujiamo, and cured beef roujiamo... Today, we strongly recommend a often-overlooked snack—Changan Spinach Noodles. The making of this special type of noodle, if traced back to its origins, …
Gaoqiao Vegetables: Gaoqiao Township is located in the northwest of Chang’an District, at the junction of Xian, Chang’an, and Huxian (cities). The township covers a total area of 28 square kilometers. Currently, the vegetable cultivation area reaches 16,000 mu, including 2,088 solar greenhouses, over 7,500 medium and low arch sheds, forming four thousand-mu facility cultivation centers…
Luanzhen Grapes Luanzhen is commonly known as Shaanxi’s “Turpan.” It boasts the largest grape-growing area, the most diverse range of varieties, and the highest quality fruit in the region. The grapes grown here have an authentic flavor, are crystal clear, rich in nutrients, high in sugar content, and possess significant medicinal value. There is a wide variety of grapes cultivated here, including traditional Chinese types as well as European and American…
Fabric patchwork embroidery was originally a popular form of children's toys and household items in the rural areas around Xi'an. By the 1980s, it had evolved into a distinctive local handicraft art. Common fabric patchwork embroidery items include decorative and toy pieces such as fabric tigers, fabric qilins, and fabric elephants, as well as practical items like children’s shoes and hats, mostly featuring animal themes...
Chang'an strawberries were awarded the Gold Quality Award for China's Famous and High-Quality Fruits by the Organizing Committee of the China Fruits and Vegetables Industry Brand Forum. The China Fruit Marketing Association recognized Chang'an strawberries as "China's Famous Fruits." They are also a nationally protected geographical indication agricultural product. Chang'an features a warm temperate semi-humid continental monsoon climate with large diurnal temperature variations and abundant sunlight,...
Wangmang fresh peaches are round in shape, with relatively symmetrical halves, a slightly concave top, prominent sutures, narrow and deep stem cavities, and are relatively large in size, averaging about 280g per fruit with a maximum of around 500g. When ripe, the surface turns entirely red, with over 90% of the skin covered in rose-red hues, short and dense fuzz. The flesh is thick, juicy, and near the pit the color is...
Qinzhen is a town in Chang’an County, not far from Xi'an, and its rice noodles also have a long history. The difference between Qinzhen rice noodles and Hanzhong rice noodles mainly lies in texture and seasoning, especially in the preparation of chili oil. Chili oil is the most crucial condiment in liangpi, and whether it tastes good largely depends on the chili and...
Northern Shaanxi millet, also known as foxtail millet or simply "millet," benefits from the region's unique natural conditions and the long-term agricultural practices of the people of Yan'an. With abundant sunlight and heat, significant diurnal temperature variations, and ample nutrient accumulation, the area is exceptionally suited for growing high-quality millet. After ripening, the grains require only minimal processing to become the golden, fragrant...
Luochuan Flour Flowers are a specialty of Luochuan County, Yan'an City, Shaanxi Province. Also known as flower steamed buns, these flour flowers feature unique designs and lifelike shapes, making them distinctive local artworks, delicious table delicacies, and thoughtful gifts for family and friends. Located in the gully region of the Weibei Loess Plateau, at the junction of northern Shaanxi and Guanzhong, Luochuan is...
Luochuan lies at the heart of the prime apple-growing belt on the Weibei Loess Plateau. Here, the large diurnal temperature variation, deep and loose soil rich in potassium, calcium, magnesium, zinc, selenium, and other trace elements provide naturally superior conditions for apple production. It is one of the few regions in the world that fully meets all seven meteorological criteria for optimal apple cultivation, making it…
Buckwheat from Northern Shaanxi is one of the traditional export products of Yan'an, mainly grown in the northern counties of the city. It is also known as one of the “Three Treasures of Northern Shaanxi,” along with lamb and thyme. The total planting area in the city is about one million hectares, with an annual output of hundreds of thousands of tons. Yan'an buckwheat has a long growth period and benefits from abundant light and heat. Its grains are large with thin skins, producing white flour that is rich and elastic. The noodles made from it are fine, white, smooth, and delicious. It contains higher levels of protein, fat, and vitamins than rice or wheat. Not only is it tasty, but it also helps prevent arteriosclerosis, manage diabetes, aid digestion, and even has anti-cancer properties. As a result, its value continues to rise. Nutritionists call it one of the most promising green foods of the 21st century and praise it as the “noble food” or “longevity food” of modern society. The nutritious buckwheat noodles produced in Zhidan County won the gold medal at the National Spark Program Expo during Beijing’s Seventh Five-Year Plan period. Every part of the buckwheat plant is valuable — its flowers provide high-quality nectar, and its husks are known among locals as “black treasures.” When used as pillow stuffing, the cool, flexible, and elastic hulls not only help refresh the eyes and mind but also offer health benefits through gentle massage. Tourists who purchase and use these pillows often marvel at them, calling them “magic pillows,” and they have become a popular travel souvenir. (Yan'an)
Northern Shaanxi features deep soil layers, an altitude of 800 to 1,100 meters, abundant sunlight, and significant day-night temperature variations, all of which are ideal conditions for apple cultivation and help the fruit accumulate sugar. The region produces apples that are large, brightly colored, crisp, sweet, resistant to storage and transport, and pollution-free. There are nearly 70 varieties, most of which are premium types such as Fuji, Red Delicious, and Red Chief...
Yan'an buckwheat is one of the traditional export products of Yan'an, mainly grown in the northern counties of the region. It is also known as one of the "Three Treasures of Northern Shaanxi," along with lamb and thyme. The city has approximately one million hectares under buckwheat cultivation, yielding hundreds of thousands of tons annually. Yan'an buckwheat boasts a long growth period and abundant light and heat conditions. Its grains are large with thin skins, producing white flour rich in starch, strong gluten...
Black Glutinous Balls are made by mashing potatoes, removing the starch, then shaping them into small balls, steaming them in a pot, and serving them with seasonings. Although removing the starch has some impact on nutrition, it in no way diminishes their unforgettable flavor. Steps to make Black Glutinous Balls: 1. Peel the potatoes, slice them, and put them in a blender...
Bowl Trough is made from finely processed buckwheat shaped like a bowl, steamed in a pot, then taken out and left to cool before being sliced. It can be served pan-fried, but is especially delicious when eaten cold with accompaniments such as pork liver, offering a flavorful and chewy taste. …
Preparation Method: "Open-Eye Chili" is made by finely chopping small red chilies with seeds, then mixing them with sesame oil, vinegar, and other seasonings. It is served by scooping a portion into individual small dishes. The spiciness is intense, not inferior to Sichuan's chili oil. Flavor Characteristics: Appetizing, complements meals, helps dispel dampness. In Yan'an, it is placed in small jars on the table and is also called a "chili jar"...
Zhidan lamb is a specialty of Zhidan County, Yan’an, Shaanxi Province. Zhidan lamb has long been renowned, with an ancient saying that “In the mountainous region of Bao’an, cattle and sheep roam the hills.” As early as the Spring and Autumn and Warring States periods, Wuqi/Zhidan was a grazing area for ethnic minorities such as the Di and Rong. By the Northern Song Dynasty, animal husbandry had become highly developed. The imperial court once mandated that the Bao’an Army Market pay an annual tribute of 20,000 sheep. A Qing Dynasty county instructor, Wu Dongxu, wrote in his poem “Four Seasons in the Mountain City”: “The summer scenery in the mountains is fine, / Even the blazing sun overhead is no bother. / No need to worry about guests feeling the heat, / When cool grasses greet them by the window. …”
Zhidan Buckwheat Noodles are a specialty of Zhidan County, Yan'an, Shaanxi Province. Zhidan Buckwheat Noodles Zhidan County Agricultural Technology Extension Center 11838583 Flour (buckwheat flour)...
Zhidan Millet Yellow Wine is a specialty of Zhidan County in Yan’an City, Shaanxi Province. Made from soft millet and wheat koji, it boasts a rich millet aroma, a golden-red hue, and a crystal-clear appearance. It tastes mildly sweet on the palate and has a mellow aftertaste. With high nutritional value and certain medicinal benefits, millet is a staple crop thriving on the Loess Plateau…
Zhidan Dijiao is a specialty of Zhidan County in Yan’an City, Shaanxi Province. Dijiao, also known as Dijiaojiao, thyme, or mountain pepper, is a perennial shrub-like herbaceous plant belonging to the Lamiaceae family. Dijiao is hailed as one of the “Three Treasures of Zhidan.” It grows about one chi tall, with stems that creep along the ground and numerous branches. The lower parts of the stem are woody and reddish-brown, while the flowering stems grow upright to a height of about half a chi. …