Hunyuan Liangfen is a signature cold jelly from Hunyuan County, Datong, Shanxi. Made from potato or pea starch, it’s set, sliced, and served with salty brine, aged Shanxi vinegar, sesame and chili oil, often topped with fried lotus beans and tofu for texture.
Read more1. Origin in the Early Qing: A 300-Year Heritage Ruanqiao Smoked Duck traces its roots back to the early Qing dynasty. The clear, fertile waters of the Qiupu River nurtured a food chain that produced …
Read moreImagine the morning light in a Shanxi courtyard as a local carries a steaming bowl of tiny, tadpole-shaped noodles draped in savory sauce. Slippery, comforting, and easy to digest, Min Gedou (抿圪斗) is …
Read moreThis article introduces Shanxi’s Da Lu Mian, a hearty Taiyuan breakfast noodle featuring handmade noodles topped with a thick, mushroom-and-pork gravy. Learn its history, cultural role, ingredients, cooking steps, tasting tips, and a simple home recipe to recreate authentic Shanxi flavor.
Read more1. Legendary Origins: From Historical Anecdotes to Culinary Delight The creation of Cao Cao Chicken is closely linked to the famous Three Kingdoms military strategist and statesman, Cao Cao. It is sai…
Read moreThis guide introduces Shanxi’s iconic Yang Za Ge (lamb offal soup): its history, regional styles, ingredient selection, cooking method, flavor profile, local pairings, ordering tips, and a simple home recipe to recreate this warming Shanxi breakfast.
Read moreImagine stepping into an old Huizhou village at the foot of Huangshan. The mountain breeze carries a savory aroma—rich, salty, and faintly woody. This is Dao Ban Xiang, or Knife-Board Pork, one of Anh…
Read moreThis guide introduces Taiyuan’s Fu Shan Tounao — an age-old Shanxi breakfast combining lamb broth, roasted flour, yam and lotus root. Learn its history, health benefits, authentic tasting tips, where to try it, and a simple home recipe to recreate this nourishing, warming dish.
Read more1. Origin: A honored name from the Shangshu residence Yipin Guo’s origin is tied to a Ming‑dynasty titled lady. In Shitai County, the official Bi Qiang served as a high-ranking minister, and his wife,…
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