Laifeng Pineflower Preserved Eggs

Laifeng Pineflower Preserved Eggs

　　Laifeng Pineflower Preserved Eggs are a specialty of Laifeng County in Enshi Prefecture, Hubei Province. These preserved eggs are made from duck eggs laid by local Laifeng ma ducks. The unique production process results in egg whites as smooth as jade, adorned with pine and cypress leaf-like patterns—commonly known as "pineflowers." They have a tender, delicious taste with a lingering fragrance that has earned them a fine reputation both in China and abroad.

　　Laifeng Tujia Pineflower Preserved Eggs come from Laifeng County in the Enshi Tujia and Miao Autonomous Prefecture, Hubei Province. The production technique of Laifeng Pineflower Eggs has a history of over a hundred years, yet even among locals, few are familiar with this craft. Only a small number of Laifeng residents master the technique and produce authentic lead-free Laifeng Pineflower Preserved Eggs. These eggs have a firm, resilient texture—even if dropped from a height of two or three meters, they remain unbroken. The creamy yolk center is thick and exceptionally fragrant. After eating, a rich aroma of Pineflower Egg lingers from the mouth to the throat, long-lasting and unforgettable, accompanied by a refreshing sweetness.

　　Lead-free Laifeng Pineflower Preserved Eggs have been tested by the Food Quality Supervision and Testing Center of the Ministry of Agriculture, meeting the Grade 1 standard of GB9694-88 and reaching an advanced domestic level. They were awarded the Quality Product Prize at the 2001 China International Agricultural Expo.