Bingyang Dried Beef

Bingyang Dried Beef

　　Bingyang Dried Beef, also known as Zhang Fei Beef, is a famous local delicacy of Langzhong City. It has been widely renowned since the Qianlong period of the Qing Dynasty, boasting a history of over 200 years. During the Republican era, it was honored as a “superior food” at the Chengdu “Industrial Encouragement Fair,” further enhancing its reputation, which remains strong to this day.

Bingyang Dried Beef is available in both raw and cooked forms. Raw dried beef, also called air-dried beef, is meticulously processed through procedures such as curing, smoking, air-drying, and sealed storage. Cooked beef is made from premium cuts, refined through steps including soaking, tenderizing, curing, flavoring, boiling, and drying. Bingyang Dried Beef features a rosy hue, a moist and glossy appearance, tender texture, and tightly packed muscle fibers. It is neither dry nor greasy, neither soft nor tough. When tasted, it strikes a perfect balance of saltiness, with all five flavors harmoniously present, offering a rich wild-meat aroma. It is an excellent choice for banquet pairings, wine accompaniments, and dining accompaniments.