Shu'an Shallots

Shu'an Shallots

Shu'an shallots are a protected geographical indication product.

Shu'an shallots are a certified geographical indication trademark.

　　Shu'an shallots are a specialty of Shu'an Township, Jiangxia District, Wuhan City, Hubei Province. In 2010, they were designated as a "National Geographical Indication Product Protection Project" by the National Quality Inspection Bureau. According to the Yuan Dynasty text *Nongsang Jiyao*, as early as the Southern Song Dynasty, large-scale cultivation of shallots had already begun along the shores of Liangzi Lake in Jiangxia District and has never ceased. The highest yields come from Shu'an, Xuhe, and Liaoyuan, making it a traditional flagship product with strong local characteristics in Hubei. Particularly in Shu'an, which surrounds Liangzi Lake, the unique geographical environment and special soil produce shallots with a distinctive flavor—known for their many layers, white color, crisp texture, and uniform size. They were offered as tribute during the Qing Dynasty and even selected for inclusion in the Manchu-Han Imperial Feast, greatly enhancing the reputation of "Shu'an shallots."

　　　The geographical indication product protection area for Shu'an shallots covers the current administrative region of Shu'an Township, Jiangxia District, Wuhan City, Hubei Province.