Steamed Pork with Millet Flour

Steamed Pork with Millet Flour

　　In Fenghuang County, a type of glutinous millet (sorghum) is abundantly produced. This millet has low yield but is highly nutritious. Due to its limited production, it is usually treasured by every household and mostly reserved for making sticky rice cakes during festivals or holidays. As such, steamed pork with millet is considered a precious local dish. In rural homes, during festivals or when hosting weddings and other joyous occasions, a dish of steamed pork with millet is always prepared—it is an indispensable part of the banquet. When making it, tender and well-marbled pork is typically chosen, mixed with soaked millet and flavorful seasonings, then steamed in a pot until both the millet and meat are fully cooked. Steamed pork with millet is highly nutritious, delicious, and is one of the most beloved delicacies among the people of Fanggan.