Zhang Yangjiang

Zhang Yangjiang

　　Pickles, also known as preserved vegetables, have a long history in Sichuan. In Linqiong Town of our county, the couple Zhang Wenfen have carried on this tradition for decades. They are committed to carefully selecting ingredients, maintaining hygiene, and crafting their products with precision. They sun-dry Jerusalem artichokes until semi-dried, then mix them with vegetable oil and refined salt, stir well, pack them into jars, seal and ferment them, and before selling, add various seasonings to complete the process. The Jerusalem artichokes and pickled radishes they produce are bright in color, intact in shape, fragrant, crisp, tender, slightly sweet and sour, and make a satisfying crunch when bitten into. Their flavor, aroma, and texture are all top-notch, hence the name “Zhang Yangjiang.” Awards: In 1991, it was named a high-quality snack by the Chengdu Municipal People’s Government. Zhang Wenfen’s pickled Jerusalem artichokes won an award for outstanding snack at the Chengdu Individual Famous Snacks, Crafts, and Products Competition in 1987, and received recognition as a Chengdu Individual Famous Snack in 1990. (Qionglai)