Dumplings (traditional solstice winter food)

The winter solstice is one of the traditional festivals in China, and it is also the 22nd solar term among the 24 solar terms in the lunar calendar. The winter solstice is the shortest day and the longest night in a year, and it is also one of the important festivals for China people. In this festival, people not only eat dumplings, but also carry out some traditional customs, such as eating dumplings in every household, which symbolizes reunion and a better life.

Steps to cook jiaozi.

Tangyuan is a must-have food in winter. Next, I'll introduce you to the specific steps of cooking jiaozi.

Prepare materials

The main ingredients for cooking jiaozi are jiaozi, water and sugar. You can buy ready-made jiaozi or make it yourself. If you make it yourself, you need to prepare glutinous rice flour, water and some food coloring.

boiled dumpling

1. Boil the water first, and then put the dumplings in the water.

2. Wait until the jiaozi floats, then add a proper amount of water and continue to cook.

3. When jiaozi floats again, add sugar and continue to cook for a while.

4. Finally, take out the cooked jiaozi, put it in a bowl, and pour in a proper amount of soup.

Tips for cooking jiaozi

1. jiaozi should be boiled with enough water, otherwise jiaozi will easily paste the bottom.

2. Do not cook jiaozi for too long, otherwise it will become too soft.

3. If you like to eat soft glutinous dumplings, you can add some cold water during the cooking process, so that the boiled dumplings are softer and glutinous.

final result

Tangyuan from the winter solstice is not only a food, but also a culture. It represents reunion and happiness, and represents people's yearning for a better life. In this festival, no matter family, friends or strangers, they can all sit around and share this delicious taste bud feast. Let's taste this traditional food together and feel the warmth and happiness of the winter solstice.