Niuyao Yao

Niuyao Yao

　　 Niuyao Yao is made from finely milled wheat flour and shaped to resemble a cow’s kidney, hence the name “Niuyao Yao” (which translates roughly to “cow’s kidney pastry”). It has a delicious, fragrant taste—crispy on the outside and sweet on the inside—and is a tasty snack even suitable for seniors as old as 80. One of its notable features is its long shelf life; when stored in a jar, it can be kept for over two months without spoiling or losing flavor. Many domestic and international tourists who have tried Niuyao Yao have been full of praise for it. (Pingyao)