Gaotan Grey Water Zongzi

Gaotan Grey Water Zongzi

　　As the Dragon Boat Festival approaches, a type of zongzi known locally as "grey water zongzi" is selling briskly in Gaotan Town, a revolutionary old base area in Huidong County. The town is home to a widely renowned "zongzi village"—Huangkeng Village Group in Huangzhou Village—which is famous for producing grey water zongzi and has a history of over 100 years.

　　The making of grey water zongzi dates back to the Qing Dynasty and has a history of over 100 years. The materials used, such as the bamboo leaves and glutinous rice, all come from the local area. Grey water zongzi have a chewy texture yet are not sticky, and can be enjoyed in various ways—either on their own or dipped in white sugar, honey, or other sweet toppings.