Shimen Hezha

Shimen Hezha

　　Shimen Hezha is made from large, plump soybeans. The beans are first washed and soaked in water until they swell, then ground into a paste using a stone mill or mortar, known as thick mash. This mash is mixed with ingredients such as diced cured pork, chili peppers, and Sichuan peppercorns, then boiled in a pot. Once cooked, it is scooped out and seasoned with an appropriate amount of chopped scallions, monosodium glutamate, and sesame oil to complete the dish. Shimen Hezha has a fragrant and delicious taste, both sweet and spicy, with a remarkable appetite-stimulating effect. It is also rich in protein and offers high nutritional value. (Changde)