What are the specialties in Shanxi?

Mature vinegar is a famous traditional flavor product of Han nationality in Shanxi. In ancient times, the first acidic condiment used was "plum". Because there are no plums all year round, plum sauce is produced, which was called "acyl" in ancient times. Plum was used earlier than vinegar 1000 years ago.

Cao, president of Shanxi Vinegar Association, said in an interview, "The acidity of Shanxi mature vinegar that meets the standard should reach 6 degrees. Because it is made of pure grain and does not add any preservatives, the shelf life is cancelled. Vinegar can be stored at room temperature and in a cool environment for a long time. " "Shanxi mature vinegar is sour, fragrant, sweet, soft and fresh, which will be more prominent in the new standard to be formulated soon. Consumers can refer to the following three criteria when purchasing. "

2. Pingyao beef

Pingyao beef is a specialty of Pingyao County and a landmark product of chinese national geography.

Pingyao beef has a long reputation, and its origin date is unknown. The Qing Dynasty was quite famous in Sanjin. During the Jiaqing period of Qing Dynasty, Lei Jinning, a Yi nationality, and his three generations of descendants opened a Shengxinglei beef shop in Miao Wen Street in the city, which has a history of more than 100 years. At the end of Guangxu, another Ren Dacai and his son Ren opened a homemade beef shop in Chengxi Street, and the beef produced was comparable to Xingshenglei beef, all of which were authentic products.

Pingyao beef has a unique traditional production technology, from the operation procedures and methods of slaughtering raw cattle, cutting raw meat, pickling and boiling, to the use of salt and water and even the solar terms and seasons of processing. Relying on the unique local factors such as soil, water quality, climate and culture, and adopting exquisite material selection methods and unique pickling and stewing techniques, the beef produced is ruddy in color, fresh and tender in meat, fat but not greasy, thin but not firewood, mellow and delicious, rich in nutrition, and has the effects of nourishing the stomach and strengthening the spleen. The contents of calcium, iron and zinc in Pingyao beef are higher than those in ordinary beef 127%, 59% and 32% respectively, and the vitamins are higher than those in ordinary beef.

3. Qingxu Grape

Qingxu grapes are characterized by thin skin, large grains, high sugar content and bright colors.

Qingxu County is located in the suburb of Taiyuan City, Shanxi Province, with convenient transportation and a long history. It is one of the four famous grape producing areas in China, and also the authentic birthplace of Shanxi mature vinegar. It is known as "the hometown of Portugal" and "the capital of vinegar".

More than 50 varieties of grapes are planted in the county (there were 18 varieties before liberation, and more than 30 new varieties were introduced after liberation). Grapes are mainly white, purple and black. White, such as crystal white jade; Purple, like agate; Black, like a string of jewels. In addition, there are coral red, golden yellow and sunrise powder. Generally speaking, each grain is about seven or eight minutes long and four to five minutes round. Their juice is as sweet as honey and has a strong fragrance. Especially the screen, you can peel off the skin after maturity and cut it into thin slices before eating; You can also stir-fry with a ladle to make a delicious dish.

4. Fenjiu

Fenjiu is a traditional famous wine in China and a typical representative of Fen-flavor liquor. Because it is produced in Xinghua Village, Fenyang City, Shanxi Province, it is also called "Xinghua Village Wine".

Fenjiu is famous for its exquisite craftsmanship and long history. Known for its soft taste, sweet taste and long aftertaste, it enjoys high popularity, reputation and loyalty among consumers at home and abroad.

In history, Fenjiu has experienced three glories. Fenjiu has a long history of about 4000 years. /kloc-During the Northern and Southern Dynasties 0/500 years ago, Fenjiu was highly praised by Wu Chengdi in the Northern Qi Dynasty and recorded in the twenty-fourth history, making Fenjiu famous in one fell swoop. Known as the earliest national wine and the treasure of the country, it is the crystallization of the wisdom and labor achievements of the ancient working people in China.

5. Jinci rice

Jinci rice: produced in Jinci Town, Taiyuan. This kind of rice is long, big, translucent and full in shape, slightly brown in beige, with distinct particles and rich fragrance. It tastes sweet, tough, sticky and chewy when eaten in the mouth. Jinci rice is so good in texture because of the water. The paddy field where this kind of rice is produced is watered by the old spring in Jinci. This kind of water has a low temperature and contains minerals such as alum. In addition, the villages near Jinci are fertile and the soil is dark, which is conducive to rice growth.

6. (Chinese herbal medicine) Codonopsis pilosula

Codonopsis pilosula (scientific name; Dangshen? (France. )Nannf。 ) Codonopsis pilosula of Campanulaceae is a perennial herb with milk. There are many tuberous stem scars at the base of the stem, the roots are usually thick and spindle-shaped or spindle-shaped cylindrical, the stems are twisted, sterile or flowering first, yellow-green or yellow-white, the leaves alternate on the main stem and lateral branches, the petiole has sparse short bristles, the leaves are oval or narrowly oval, the edges are wavy and obtuse, the upper part is green, the lower part is gray-green, the flowers are solitary at the ends of the branches, alternate or nearly opposite to the petiole, and the corolla is high and wide.

Origin: Mountain forest margins and shrubs at an altitude of 1560-3 100 m in northern China. Codonopsis pilosula is a traditional tonic commonly used in China. Codonopsis pilosula produced in Shangdang area of ancient Shanxi Province is the top grade, which has the effects of tonifying the middle energizer, strengthening the spleen and benefiting the lung. Codonopsis pilosula has the functions of enhancing immunity, dilating blood vessels, lowering blood pressure, improving microcirculation and enhancing hematopoietic function. In addition, it can also improve leukopenia caused by radiotherapy and chemotherapy.

Extended data:

Shanxi is a provincial administrative region of People's Republic of China (PRC), the capital of Taiyuan, which is called "Jin" for short because it is located to the west of Taihang Mountain. It borders Taihang Mountain in the east, Luliang Mountain and Yellow River in the west and south, the Great Wall in the north, and Hebei, Henan, Shaanxi, Inner Mongolia and other provinces and regions. It is located between 34 34'-40 44' north latitude and110/4'-14 33' east longitude, with a total area of 156700 square kilometers.

Shanxi, known as "Sanjin" and Hedong in ancient times, is one of the birthplaces of the Chinese nation, with a recorded history of 3,000 years. It is known as "the cradle of Chinese civilization" and "China Museum of Ancient Culture". Liu Zongyuan called it "there are mountains and rivers outside."

Shanxi is a typical mountainous plateau covered by loess, with high terrain in the northeast and low terrain in the southwest. Most of the territory is above 1500 meters above sea level. It belongs to temperate continental monsoon climate.