Mingguang Mung Beans

Mingguang Mung Beans

Mingguang Mung Beans are a protected geographical indication product.

Mingguang Mung Beans are a protected geographical indication certification trademark.

　　Mingguang Mung Beans: Produced in Mingguang Town. The beans are large, uniform in size, bright in color, green as jade, shiny and translucent, with thin skins that cook easily. The cooking water turns a clear green, and the beans have a fragrant aroma. They are highly nutritious and can be used in porridge, rice dishes, ground into flour for noodles or wrappers, or made into various refined red bean paste pastries. When soaked to sprout, they are called bean sprouts — a fine delicacy in cuisine. Cooked into a broth, they make a refreshing summer drink to prevent heatstroke. The brewed Minglvye Qu liquor has a unique flavor. This product began being exported as early as 1920.

　　Mingguang Mung Beans are a renowned local specialty from Mingguang City, Anhui Province, commonly referred to as Ming Mung Beans. They enjoy a high reputation in both domestic and international markets. The local people have had the tradition and experience of growing mung beans since ancient times. Located at the junction of subtropical and temperate zones, Mingguang City enjoys a mild climate, abundant rainfall, ample sunshine, and a long frost-free period. In addition, the soil is mostly sandy loam, yellow-white soil, and horse-liver soil, which have good drainage properties — all of which are extremely conducive to the growth of mung beans. Under such uniquely favorable geographical conditions, the beans produced here are characterized by their emerald green color, large size, and thin skins; they cook to a clear broth, are tender and easy to digest, have a fragrant and refreshing taste, and are rich in nutrients. Their quality ranks the highest in the country and they are honored with the title of "Green Pearl." According to ingredient tests by relevant departments, every kilogram of Mingguang Mung Beans contains 25.26g of crude protein, 54.24g of crude starch, 977.8mg of calcium, 43.62mg of iron, 417mg of phosphorus, 22.26mg of zinc, 7.47μg of selenium, as well as large amounts of B vitamins and essential amino acids required by the human body — all exceeding national export standards.

　　Mingguang Mung Beans have been exported since around 1915, with sales reaching countries such as Singapore, Malaysia, and Japan. They have won gold awards multiple times at domestic and international exhibitions of famous and high-quality specialty products. The beans can be used in porridge, rice dishes, ground into flour for noodles or wrappers, or made into various refined red bean paste pastries. When soaked to sprout, they are called bean sprouts — a fine delicacy in cuisine. Cooked into a broth, they make a refreshing summer drink to prevent heatstroke. The brewed Minglvye Qu liquor has a unique flavor. The registered trademark for Mingguang Mung Beans is now “Jiahe Feng” brand.

　　The production area of Mingguang Mung Beans covers the current administrative regions of Mingnan Subdistrict, Mingdong Subdistrict, Mingxi Subdistrict, Guandian Town, Sanjie Town, Shiba Town, Jianxi Town, Suxiang Town, Qiaotou Town, and Gupi Town in Mingguang City, Anhui Province.