Xiongtai Big Head Cabbage

Xiongtai Big Head Cabbage

　　Big head cabbage: also known as Zhuge vegetable or mustard greens, commonly referred to as spicy gourd. It has a round shape, slender roots without fibers, a strong spicy flavor, a crisp and tender texture, no residue when chewed, and is rich in moisture. Among green vegetables, big head cabbage has a relatively high amino acid content—0.4 mg per 100 ml. It is also rich in vitamin A, vitamin C, and carotene, and offers dietary therapeutic benefits such as detoxification and swelling reduction, soothing qi and aiding digestion, promoting urination and eliminating dampness.

　　Xiongtai Big Head Cabbage is made from organically grown, large, round, bright, and smooth cabbages. After washing and peeling, each cabbage is trimmed at the top while keeping the crown intact. The lower part is divided into six or eight branches, then salted in brine. The brine is stirred daily to ensure even penetration. Once the salt fully infuses the cabbage, it is taken out to dry until about 80% moisture is lost. It is then mixed with five-spice chili, and each branch is individually rubbed and kneaded. The product is then stored in jars, tightly pressed, and sealed for half a month before it is ready.

　　Xiongtai Big Head Cabbage is a traditional specialty food, processed using traditional methods. It combines flavors of freshness, aroma, crispness, tenderness, spiciness, and numbness. With an attractive color and rich nutrition, it is often praised as the “country squid.” It serves as a great supplement to high-nutrition, high-protein, and high-fat foods, aligning well with modern nutritional concepts. Highly favored by consumers, it is an excellent choice for home meals, travel snacks, and gifts for family and friends.