Sachima

Sachima

　　Sachima

　　"Sachima" is a transliteration from the Manchu language, referring to a pastry made by binding deep-fried gluten with sugar. After being introduced to Yuxi, it has undergone continuous refinement in its long production history, and is now renowned for its high-quality ingredients and meticulous craftsmanship.

　　The main ingredients for making Sachima are gluten, white sugar, and lard. First-grade flour is selected and after settling, the gluten is extracted. The gluten is then rolled into thin sheets, cut into fine strands, and sifted through a fine sieve to remove any surface flour. It is deep-fried in premium, pure white lard to make crispy strands, which are then mixed into shape using a sugar syrup. Red and green candied fruit strips are sprinkled on top, and it is then simply packaged in bags or finely boxed.

　　Yuxi Sachima features a bright and striking red-and-white appearance. Its taste is fragrant, sweet, crispy, and soft—melting in your mouth. Not only is it delicious and nutritious, but it also has a long shelf life and is not prone to spoilage. It makes an excellent gift for family and friends, and is particularly suitable for the elderly and children.

　　Since 1982, the Sachima produced by Yuxi Food Factory has consistently maintained the title of high-quality product within the provincial commercial system. It is sold in large quantities to Kunming as well as various prefectures, cities, and districts. In 1985, despite producing 100,000 jin per year, supply still could not meet demand, often resulting in stockouts. In recent years, the first batch shipped to Beijing for exhibition received high praise.