Sticky rice, fava beans, and red dates are steamed together until soft. When eating, you can sprinkle some white sugar on top. The texture is soft and the taste is sweet. For making Jin Gao, the sticky rice and red dates must be soaked in advance. The rice used for Jin Gao needs to be soaked for a while; otherwise, the resulting cake will not be soft. Next, cook the red dates. Pour the well-soaked sticky rice into the pot, and once the water heats up, keep stirring continuously—otherwise, the large amount of rice can easily stick to the bottom. When the rice is almost cooked, tightly cover the pot and stop heating. Let it sit and steam for a while. After a few minutes, uncover the lid—the rice is mostly cooked. Take out the pre-steamed red dates, layer the rice and dates, and steam them again. After half an hour, you’ll have fragrant, soft Jin Gao.
"Nine Bowls and Thirteen Dishes" is a traditional dish from Dali County and a standout delicacy in the banquet cuisine of Eastern Shaanxi. With a long history dating back 600 years, it was grandly unveiled at the first Dali Food Festival on November 23, 2011, causing a sensation and earning widespread acclaim. "Nine Bowls and Thirteen Dishes"...
The Shadi chili evaluation product from Dali County complies with the external sensory characteristics described in the quality control technical specifications. The chilies are long and finger-like, bright red in color, glossy, plump, fleshy, and have few seeds. The chili powder has rich oil, floats on water, and boasts a strong, lasting fragrance—features unique to the region. After undergoing deep processing, Shadi chili quickly gained consumer recognition, entering supermarkets…
Wheat is rich in starch, protein, fat, minerals, calcium, iron, thiamine, riboflavin, niacin, and vitamin A, among others. Nutritional content varies significantly depending on the variety and environmental conditions. In terms of protein content, wheat grains grown in continental arid climates are hard and translucent, with higher protein levels reaching 14–…
Cotton is one of the world's most important crops, with high yield and low production costs, making cotton products relatively inexpensive. Cotton fibers can be made into fabrics of various specifications, ranging from lightweight and sheer batiste to heavy canvas and corduroy, suitable for making all kinds of clothing, upholstery fabric, and industrial textiles. Cotton fabrics are durable and wear-resistant, capable of being washed...
It gets its name from its resemblance to the teeth of a stove grate. The ingredients include flour, pork belly, zucchini, fried tofu, and 21 other components. The process involves kneading the dough, making the grilled-tooth noodles, preparing the broth, cooking, and seasoning. With strict ingredient selection, diverse toppings, refined craftsmanship, chewy and glossy noodles, and a richly spicy meat sauce that stimulates the appetite, it enjoys widespread acclaim across Shaanxi. [Ingredients] Flour…
Dali Water-Milled Shredded Dish, or “Water-Milled Shred,” is a traditional delicacy from Dali County, Shaanxi Province, boasting a history of over 200 years. Made from pig ears, the dish gets its name because when the ears are traditionally sliced flat, the pattern resembles the texture of water-milled stone. Though made with common ingredients, this dish is famed for its extraordinary knife skills. To prepare it, the pig ears must be thinly sliced and finely shredded...
The origins of the Honey-Glazed Honeydew Balls are unknown. This is a long-renowned signature dish of Tongzhou. Because of its spherical shape, locals commonly refer to such objects as "hulu" (meaning "wheel" or "ball"), hence this dish—made with lard and starch in proper proportions, deep-fried, then coated in a sweet honey-based syrup (nowadays often replaced with white sugar)—is called Honey-Glazed Honeydew Balls. It boasts a golden color, crispy exterior, tender interior, and a richly sweet, oily flavor...
The Yellow River Soft-Shelled Turtle production area in Buxiang is located in the Yellow River beach region of Dali County, a nationally recognized fisheries base. With its favorable climate, abundant water sources, superior ecological environment, and rich natural forage resources, it is the prime breeding ground for high-quality, pollution-free grass carp, common carp, and Yellow River soft-shelled turtles. Since the 1980s, local residents have been building fish ponds and developing aquaculture, accumulating extensive breeding experience…
Gaoshi Crisp Melon was first cultivated in Donggaocheng Village, Gaoming Town. The name “Gaoshi” originates from the local pronunciation of “cheng” (城) as “shi” (石), hence the name “Gaoshi Crisp Melon.” The cultivation of Gaoshi Crisp Melon has a long history. According to the 400-year-old Wang family genealogy held by Wang Tiancang, a villager of Donggaocheng, during the Ming Dynasty, Donggaocheng was called Yongle Fort, and the genealogy records mention Gaoshi Crisp Melon...
Produced in Dali County, Shaanxi Province, located in the northern part of China’s Loess Plateau — a region known as the "Fruit Capital" of northern Shaanxi. The Dali winter jujube is nearly round in shape, with an average single fruit weight of about 20g. The fruit surface is smooth and clean; the peel is thin and turns a light ochre-red when fully ripe. The flesh is milky white, with a tender, crisp texture and sweet, fragrant taste. In terms of intrinsic quality, fresh jujubes contain 19 kinds of…
Dali County is located on the Guanzhong Plain, with well-developed transportation and abundant local produce. National Highway 108 is wide and smooth. The county is widely known for its peanuts, daylily (also called “true gold vegetable”), juicy jujube, and Tongzhou watermelon. Xiazhai Township, situated at Dali’s western gateway, developed thousands of acres of greenhouse watermelons in 1999, which are now gradually hitting the market.
Dayi County is located in the eastern part of Weinan, bordering the Yellow River to the east. The daylilies are mainly produced in the Shayuan area. The soil here is fertile, soft, and well-drained, making it highly suitable for daylily growth. Local farmers harvest the buds before they bloom, then process them through steaming, sun-drying, or oven-drying to achieve the perfect balance of dryness and freshness for long-term storage. Dayi daylilies are long, vibrant in color...
Extensively cultivated in the Guanchi area of Shayuan region, these are sandy-soil peanuts with white shells and full kernels. The location boasts convenient transportation and a simple, friendly local culture. …
Carving various figures, animals, boats, and more on fruit pits, usually also referring to the sculptural handicrafts made from such carvings. By material, they can be divided into peach pit carving, olive pit carving, apricot pit carving, bayberry pit carving, walnut pit carving, among which peach pit carving is the most common. The origins of fruit pit carving are yet to be verified. Historical records and cultural relic studies indicate...
Huangying Village in Nianqiao Town, Dali County, Shaanxi Province, is located 4 kilometers northwest of Dali County. The village has a population of 1,574, with 2,590 mu of arable land, 440 greenhouse sheds, and over 700 mu dedicated to facility agriculture. The village enjoys convenient transportation and favorable soil and irrigation conditions, leading to healthy crop growth. In recent years, local residents have…
Dali Crescent Moon Sesame Flatbread is a specialty of Dali County in Weinan City, Shaanxi Province. It gets its name from its crescent shape. The flatbread is known for its crispy outer crust and fluffy, airy interior that remains delicious whether served hot or cold. It pairs especially well with Shuipen Lamb — locals love to stuff the bread with tender slices of the lamb for a delightful treat. There’s even a local saying in the Guanzhong region: “Dali has one oddity — they sell flatbread by the half.” These half-moon flatbreads…
The food court in "Tongzhou Li" had only been open for three days when it attracted my friend to drive all the way from Xi'an. The first thing he said to me was whether the old rural-style cold noodle stalls were still around. Yes, memories of childhood are still vivid—I used to squat at the cold noodle stands, order a bowl of noodles along with a flatbread,…
Puff pastry cake evolved from the Tang Dynasty delicacy "Jianjian Xiao" (oil-bathed cake). The surface of the cake rises with fluffy bubbles, offering a fragrant taste that melts in your mouth. Its delicate shape is as exquisite as intricately crafted ice flowers. The basic method for making Dali puff pastry cake is as follows: Boil water in a pot for the cake, add lard, pour flour into a large wok, and use…
The Shayuan Carrot evaluation product meets the external sensory characteristics described in the quality control technical specifications. Shayuan Carrots feature thin skin, a smooth bright red exterior, small core, fine orange-yellow flesh, thick juicy red meat that is sweet and crisp, showcasing strong local characteristics. The production area is mainly distributed between the South Luo River and the Wei River in Dali County, along both sides of National Highway 108…