Millet Crisp

Millet Crisp

　　Millet Crisp

　　Millet Crisp is one of the most beloved snacks among people in Guizhou. Legend has it that the Miao King once took his daughter on a tour of the mountain villages. When they arrived at the home of a local villager named Zhaya, the family was so poor they had nothing to offer as hospitality. So, they mixed millet with wild jujubes, steamed it over the hearth fire, and named it "Millet Crisp." The Miao King was furious at their

　　lack of respect, but his daughter, seeing how colorful and inviting the Millet Crisp looked, happily ate some. She found it fragrant, sweet, and delicious, and smiled with delight. Seeing this, the Miao King tried it himself and found it both aromatic and chewy—extremely tasty. His anger turned to joy, and he ordered Zhaya to return to his village and specialize in making Millet Crisp. Whenever chieftains from other villages came to pay tribute, they were always served Millet Crisp. During major festivals in the Miao villages, the Millet Crisp bestowed by the Miao King was regarded as the finest delicacy, symbolizing great honor.