Pig's blood congee

Pig's blood congee

　　"Pig's blood congee": Every March is the birthday of the "White Emperor Tianwang." The Tujia people slaughter pigs for sacrifice. During the temple ceremony, they cook "pig's blood congee" to offer to the deity. All those who participate in the ceremony are given a bowl of pig's blood congee to share. In addition, during the New Year when the sacrificial pig is slaughtered to honor ancestors, pig's blood congee is also cooked. Anyone in the village may come and scoop a bowl to eat. When there are guests from afar, they are especially offered a bowl of "pig's blood congee," sometimes even insistently.

The diet of the Bai people shares similarities with that of the Tujia people, still mainly consisting of corn, rice, sorghum, sweet potatoes, potatoes, and mixed beans. They enjoy acidic, cold, and spicy foods, as well as tea and alcohol. Whenever distinguished guests visit, a bowl of "three-egg tea" is served along with wine. The Bai people are fond of making corn liquor and sorghum liquor. When hosting guests, they drink from large bowls and eat generous portions of meat, exuding a bold spirit. The Bai people are especially known for their generous hospitality.