A scenic attraction centered around the majestic Yellow River—Tongguan Yellow River Scenic Area draws numerous domestic and international tourists with its unique features: the only "First Bend of the Yellow River" along the mother river; the confluence of the Yellow, Wei, and Luo Rivers where yellow and blue waters blend; and the vast inland river island, Yellow River Chicken Heart Island, covered with dense reeds. Especially notable is the Tongguan Yellow River Catfish Soup, which originated in Tongguan and is exclusive to the Tongguan Yellow River...
The so-called Duck Slices Soup is actually a stewed sliced tenderloin dish. It is said that the name of this Duck Slices Soup has an interesting backstory. Legend has it that during the Guangxu period of the Qing Dynasty, when the Eight-Nation Alliance invaded Beijing, Empress Dowager Cixi fled to Xi’an with Emperor Guangxu. Passing through Tongguan, local officials prepared a full Manchu-Han banquet, but Cixi was particularly fond of the local signature dish “sliced tenderloin,”...
Roujiamo from Tongguan is no stranger to anyone. The fame of Tongguan Roujiamo has long spread far and wide, becoming a beloved dish among the Chinese people and thus turning into a culinary emblem of Tongguan. In 2011, the craft of making Tongguan Roujiamo was even included in the Shaanxi Provincial Intangible Cultural Heritage List. However, if you delve into…
Features of Sheng Quanfu (Little Boat) Duck Slice Soup: The meat is tender and the soup is richly flavored, suitable for all ages. When the soup is finished, there is not even a speck of sediment left at the bottom of the bowl. It can be served as a soup dish or used in cold platters, making it suitable for both banquets and home meals. Main ingredients: 4 liang (approx. 133g) of pork tenderloin, 1 egg (using only the egg white), a small amount of water starch, refined lard (leaf lard), ginger chunks, fresh wood ear mushrooms, magnolia slices, salt water,…
Zhao Qingbin (Chunwa) Braised Chicken in Brown Sauce features tender and crispy meat, juicy bones, rich flavor without greasiness, and is both aromatic and nourishing. Main ingredient: one one-year-old rooster (whole chicken). Seasonings: two eggs (use only the whites), mung bean starch flour (soaked in water), refined lard, scallion segments, ginger chunks, yellow bean paste, soy sauce, and an appropriate amount of star anise. Method: 1. Cut the chicken along the chest wall,…
Huaxian Big Jie Apricot is a specialty of Huaxian County, Weinan City, Shaanxi Province. The fruit has a pale yellow skin that is thin yet tough, with little fuzz and is not easy to peel. Its suture line is shallow but distinct, the flesh segments are symmetrical, the top of the fruit is flat with a slight depression, the flesh is orange-yellow, and the pit separates easily. Towns such as Dam ing and Gaotang in Huaxian, located at the northern foot of the Qinling Mountains, enjoy large diurnal temperature variations, good sunlight conditions, and an abundance of water resources, providing an ideal natural environment for growing the Big Jie Apricot...
Plastic-film Potatoes. Huangjia Village belongs to Guapo Town, Huaxian County. Provincial Highway 101 and the Longhai Railway run east to west through the village. The village consists of three natural villages, with four villager groups under its jurisdiction. It currently has 238 farming households, a population of 939, and 1,300 mu of arable land. It is a provincial-level "One Village One Product" demonstration village primarily focused on growing plastic-film potatoes...
Willow Twig Chinese Toon A deciduous tree that can grow up to 15 meters tall. The bark is dark brown and peels off in flakes; young branches are covered with soft hairs. The even-pinnate compound leaves are 25–50 cm long and have a distinctive fragrance; there are 10–22 leaflets that are opposite, oblong or oblong-lanceolate in shape, measuring 8–15 cm in length, hairless or with tufts of long hairs in the vein axils on the underside. The inflorescence is a terminal panicle; flowers are fragrant; sepals are small; petals are white and ovate-oblong; there are 5 staminodes that alternate with the fertile stamens. The capsule is ovoid, 1.5–2.5 cm long; seeds are elliptical, with one end having a membranous long wing. Flowering occurs from May to June, fruiting in August.
Pork and pig trotters are stewed with various seasonings until they solidify into a jelly-like consistency. The meat is snow-white, the broth-gel clear and shiny, the fat not greasy, the lean meat not tough, and the flavor rich and aromatic. …
In Guanzhong’s Hua County, anciently known as Huazhou, the locally grown Chinese cabbage surpasses that of other regions. The heads are large, crisp, and tender, round in shape with tightly packed, snow-white curds free from discoloration. The texture is soft and the flavor fresh, sweet, and lightly fragrant, with fine fibers and no coarse strands—chewy yet free of residue, and highly resistant to storage. Huazhou Chinese cabbage is of excellent quality and rich in nutrition. Besides being cooked, it also offers a unique taste when served raw in salads, making it one of the province’s…
Shi Chen Baozi is the most famous local delicacy in Weinan City. According to the newly compiled *Weinan County Annals*, as early as the Qianlong era of the Qing Dynasty, there were already baozi vendors in Weinan, but due to inconsistent quality, they operated intermittently. By the 29th year of the Guangxu reign (1903), a renowned baozi maker named Zhang Nukun emerged. His baozi...
Heyang Heichi Mutton Stew Pancake: The mutton stew pancake from Heichi Town in Heyang is said to have been introduced by the Mongolian people during the Yuan Dynasty and preserved through the ages. Known for its rich oiliness, delicious taste, low price, and great value, it is hailed as one of the Four Famous Local Dishes of the Guanzhong region. A popular saying from the past goes, “I’d rather have a plate of stew pancake than a whole banquet,” which speaks volumes about its popularity...
As the name suggests, a vegetable sandwich consists of various cooked dishes stuffed inside a flatbread. Common fillings include: spicy peppers, cucumber, kelp, shredded potatoes, shredded carrots, pickled vegetables, chili oil, onions, seaweed, and a variety of stir-fried dishes. Based on personal taste, you can choose your favorite fillings to stuff into the flatbread. In my memory, every time I ate a vegetable sandwich, I would...
Roujiamo is the abbreviated form of the Classical Chinese phrase "meat sandwiched in bread." The bread is golden and crisp on the outside with clear ridges, layered inside, slightly puffed, with a crispy crust and tender interior. The bread is flaky, the meat fragrant, the taste refreshing without being greasy — it’s simply mouthwatering!
The tofu pudding is spicy, refreshing, and tender in every bite. Paired with roujiamo (Chinese hamburger), the combination of spicy, crispy, and refreshing flavors is simply irresistible...
Hu La Tang, also known as Hu La Soup, is made from a broth seasoned with a variety of natural Chinese herbs in precise proportions, then enhanced with pepper and chili, and based on bone broth. It has a rich flavor, vibrant color, thick consistency, and a deliciously spicy taste. It pairs wonderfully with Chinese hamburger (roujiamo) or vegetable-filled buns (cai ji mo)!…
Huazhou shadow puppetry is one of the earliest traditional opera forms in China. It is popular in the Huazhou area in the eastern part of Guanzhong and originated in the Han Dynasty, matured during the Tang and Song Dynasties, and reached its peak in the late Qing Dynasty and early Republican period. As a representative of Eastern Shaanxi shadow puppetry, it boasts a history of over 2,000 years. Its performance equipment is lightweight, its vocal styles are rich and diverse...
Flour flowers, also known as "decorative steamed buns," are a widely practiced traditional custom among the Han people in Shaanxi. They are an integral part of seasonal festivals and ceremonial occasions, featuring exquisitely crafted designs that authentically preserve Chinese heritage. Compared to flour flowers from other regions, those from "Huazhou" possess distinctive characteristics. They are generally left uncolored...
Nansha cherry tomatoes are a specialty of Nansha Village, Guapo Town, Huaxian County, Weinan City, Shaanxi Province. The cherry tomatoes from Nansha Village, Guapo Town, Huaxian County, are renowned both near and far for their large size and sweet taste, thanks to the favorable local soil and climate conditions. Nansha Village is located 5 kilometers southwest of Huaxian County and comprises six natural villages, covering a total area of 6 square kilometers. It is divided into 13 villager...
Huazhou Yam is a specialty of Huazhou Town, Huaxian County, Weinan City, Shaanxi Province. The Huaxian Huazhou Yam features a thick stem, long shape, fine texture, rich flavor, and high nutritional value. Thanks to its sparse fuzz and thin skin, it is easy to clean and cook, offering high edible value. It can be stir-fried, deep-fried, sautéed, steamed, or boiled, delivering delicious taste suitable for all ages. Huaxian Huazhou Yam is an agricultural...