Yingcheng Pineflower Preserved Eggs

Yingcheng Pineflower Preserved Eggs

　　Yingcheng Pineflower Preserved Eggs are a specialty of Yingcheng City, Xiaogan, Hubei Province. The lead-free Pineflower preserved eggs from Yingcheng are large in size and high in quality. The egg white is semi-transparent, tea-brown in color, smooth and shiny, with distinct pineflower patterns. The yolk is soft, tender, and creamy yet not fully solid.

　　The production of preserved eggs in Yingcheng dates back to the year 1660, boasting a history of over 300 years. During the Qing Dynasty, Yingcheng Pineflower Preserved Eggs were listed as tribute to the imperial court and praised by locals as the “Finest Product of Puyang.” These eggs earned their name from the pine needle-like patterns on their surface and their unique flavor. In 1985, Yingcheng Pineflower Preserved Eggs were recognized as an outstanding product of Hubei Province, and in 1992, they were designated as an exclusive food item for the Second National Agricultural Sports Games.