1. Tai'an Chinese cabbage
Taian has three beauties: "cabbage, tofu and water". As one of the "Three Beauties", cabbage cultivation in Tai'an has a long history. Ancient medicine books record that it is produced all over Qilu, but the one in Daiyue Town is the largest, so it is named Daisong (sound pine, which is derived from the medicinal use of cabbage). noun). Tai'an cabbage is made of yellow buds and cabbage. Yellow buds are of excellent quality and are used for cooking. They produce less water and are quick to cook and easy to rot. The vegetable soup is as thick as milk and has a special umami flavor that is different from other cabbages. Compared with other cabbages, they are not only as clear as water, but also taste dull. Whether it is fried, stewed, steamed or vinegared, it tastes delicious. Therefore, whether it is a nearby restaurant or a banquet at home, yellow sprout cabbage has always been chosen as a banquet dish. In recent years, some famous chefs have created dozens of new dishes based on traditional cooking, forming a cabbage feast with excellent color, aroma and taste. In addition to being used as a vegetable, cabbage with yellow sprouts also has medicinal functions. According to medicinal books, this vegetable can clear the stomach, relieve irritability and relieve hangover. It is especially suitable for juice in winter. Mash the cabbage and apply it, and it can also detoxify lacquer.
2. Shandong pancakes
Shandong pancakes originate from Mount Tai. Shandong pancakes are thin enough and made from whole grains. This is the food of the common people - rolled with green onions or You can eat other vegetables, meat or delicacies with gusto. Pu Songling specially composed "Jianbing Fu" for it, which shows his deep affection for pancakes. Why is Shandong pancake the best food? There are so many reasons! First, the raw materials for pancakes are made from finely ground grains. They are neither pure refined grains nor pure coarse grains. They are rich in nutrients and easy for people to digest, because the raw materials for making pancakes are shelled and contain a lot of crude fiber, which is very helpful for digestion. , a good antidote to the worrisome health conditions of city dwellers. Secondly, making pancakes saves time and worry, the thin layer is cooked in a short time, and after cooling, the heating time is not long, and it is also very energy-saving. It is in line with the pace of modern people's life and our awareness of environmental protection. Thirdly, it can be stored for more than three months and is not easy to go rancid because it contains less water and is easy to dry. It is easy to eat and can be mixed with whatever you like. Since it is as thin as paper, you can put various kinds of food into it. Various dishes are rolled up on it and eaten with hands. It has a unique flavor and is similar to hamburgers in Western food.
3. Taishan red-scale fish
Red-scale fish, also known as stone-scale fish, time-scale fish and spotted fish, is a treasure of fish in my country and is produced in the streams of Mount Tai. The adult fish is no more than 20 centimeters long. Its meat is tender and delicious. It is a valuable delicacy and can also be used for medicine. Taishan red-scaled fish is a small wild fish. Under natural conditions, the adult fish is less than 20 centimeters long and weighs no more than 100 grams. The sides of the body are flat, the abdomen is round, and the head is small and blunt. The body is dark brown, the belly is white, and the back is slightly blue. The body is covered with fine scales, the scales on both sides are yellowish, the dorsal fin and caudal fin are gray-yellow, and the other fins are orange. During the reproductive season, the male fish is brightly colored, its fins are orange-red, and its snout and buttocks are decorated with white beads, which is very beautiful. The body color of the fish will also change with the environment, whether it is dark or light. Red scale fish is a bottom fish that likes to eat algae and zooplankton, and the breeding conditions are strict. Taishan streams have sand and gravel as the bottom, and algae are abundant on the stones. The stream often flows at low temperatures, has a meandering course, is rich in oxygen, and has low content of various minerals. It is the ecological environment that the red-scaled fish particularly needs. It is difficult for red-scaled fish to survive without the water of Mount Tai. Since ancient times, there has been a saying that "red-scaled fish cannot come down from the mountain". Taishan red-scaled fish is one of the five famous fish in my country, and its natural resources are very scarce.
4. Dongping Lake prawns
Dongping Lake prawns are a specialty of Dongping Lake, Dongping County, Tai'an City, Shandong Province. Dongping Lake prawns are tender and fresh when eaten raw, with fine meat texture and good elasticity; after stewed, they are bright red and beautiful, with a fragrant aroma, tender meat, fresh taste, and smooth entrance. It is actually a delicacy that is rich in nutrients, delicious and pleasing to the eye. Dongping Lake giant green shrimp, also known as "Macrobrachium", commonly known as river shrimp, belongs to the decapoda Longbrachidae family Macrobrachium and is a crustacean. It is named because it mostly lives in lakes, ponds and rivers; and because of its green body color It is blue with brown and green markings, shaped like a bamboo joint and large in size, hence its name. It is an aquatic product with high economic and nutritional value. Dongping's famous dish, stir-fried pu bamboo shoots with shrimps, is made from large fresh shrimps produced in the lake. Green shrimp are dioecious, with the male being larger. It has three pairs of legs. The first pair of legs, generally called small claws, is used to clamp small aquatic animals into the mouth for swallowing. The second pair of legs is very thick, and its length is close to or more than twice the body length. (The second pair of walking legs of female shrimp is only equal to the body length); there is a black spot on the outside of the base of the third pair of walking legs. Female shrimps holding eggs during the breeding season have extremely dark body colors, mostly green-brown.
The growth rate of large green shrimp is very fast. Generally, the body length of shrimp hatched from April to May is 3 cm after 45 days of growth, and the gonads have matured.
5. Xintai celery
Xintai celery is one of the specialty products. It has a tender plant height, low fiber, no residue and silk, crisp texture, delicious taste, rich nutrition, and has a good reputation. Xintai celery has a cultivation history of more than 300 years and was selected as a tribute during the Qing Dynasty. The concentrated production areas are in Yinjiazhuang, Zhaojiazhuang, Minggong and other villages in Xintai City. According to the soil survey, the soil in the production area is mostly loam, with a pH value of about 7, which is neutral. It is located on the bank of the Wen River, with sufficient water sources and fertile soil, which is a good environment for the growth of celery. After the founding of the People's Republic of China, Xintai celery was improved. In 1965, solid-stem yellow seedling varieties were introduced from Huantai and Tianjin, and naturally hybridized with local varieties to create a variety with thick and hollow stalks, crisp and tender texture, not easy to bolt, strong adaptability, and good cooking ability. It is an excellent variety that can eat fire and is easy to add seasonings. It has been determined that every 100 grams of fresh sample contains 4 grams of vitamin C, 1.27 milligrams of carotene, 0.26 grams of soluble sugar, and a variety of nutrients such as protein, calcium, iron, aromatic oil, thiamine, riboflavin, and niacin. . Regular consumption can increase nutrition and promote appetite, and its medicinal use can prevent and treat high blood pressure and cerebrovascular diseases. Xintai celery is known as a famous local specialty, and this variety has now settled in more than 10 provinces and cities across the country. With the improvement of people's living standards, Xintai Celery Feast has become more unique.
6. Feicheng peach
Feicheng peach, also known as fat peach, Buddha peach and big peach, is one of China's famous fruits. Its fruit is plump, beautiful in appearance, tender in texture, juicy and sweet. Rich in nutrients, it is known as "the crown of peaches". There are 7 varieties of fat peaches, including Hongli, Baili, Wantao, Liuye, Dajian, Xiangtao and Sour peach. The quality of Baili is the best, while the red ones are the most common. The maturity period is at the end of August or early September. Beige in color. Fruit weight is 250-300 grams, maximum 900 grams. According to laboratory analysis, the pulp contains 24% soluble solids, 13.6-18.59% sugar, 0.25-0.43% fruit acid, and 10.22-10.44 mg of vitamin C per 100 grams of pulp. In addition, it also contains a small amount of vitamin B12, fat, protein and various trace elements such as calcium, phosphorus and iron, which has high nutritional and medicinal value. Regular consumption of fat peaches can strengthen the spleen and stomach, increase appetite, strengthen muscles and bones, and prolong life. It is suitable for both young and old. In addition to being mainly raw food, it can also be made into canned products, juice, preserved fruit, jam, fruit wine and other series of products.
7. Taishan Polygonum multiflorum
Taishan Polygonum multiflorum, also known as Shandong Polygonum multiflorum, Polygonum multiflorum, and Polygonum multiflorum, belongs to the genus Niubixiao of the Asparagus family in plant taxonomy. It is a valuable traditional Chinese medicine, mainly used to treat various diseases such as physical weakness, forgetfulness, dreaminess, insomnia, itchy skin and other diseases. Mainly distributed in the humid mountainous areas from Shandong to Liaoning, it is a perennial herbaceous plant with right-handed purple-black stems.
8. Tai'an yellow sprout cabbage
Taian cabbage has a long history. Ancient medicine books record that Chinese cabbage is "produced all over Qilu, but the one produced in Daiyue Town is the best." . It is known as the "Three Beauties of Tai'an". Tai'an Chinese cabbage is of the highest quality with yellow sprouts. It is used for cooking. It produces less water and is quick to ripen and easy to rot. The vegetable soup is as thick as milk. Whether fried, stewed, steamed or vinegared, they all taste delicious. In addition to being used as a vegetable, cabbage with yellow sprouts also has medicinal functions. According to medicinal books, this vegetable can relieve gastrointestinal problems, relieve irritability and relieve hangover. It is especially suitable for juice in winter. Mash the cabbage and apply it, and it can also detoxify lacquer. The plant height of yellow sprout cabbage is 35-40 cm, the plant weight is 3-3.5 kg, the leaves are yellow-green, and the petioles are white. It is popular among people because of its thin texture and low water content. At present, the cultivation of Chinese cabbage in Tai'an has made new developments, with more varieties and further improvements in yield and quality.
9. Anshan Rice
The Anshan rice planting area is distributed in 9 administrative villages west of Da'anshan Village in Shanglaozhuang Township and east of Bali Bay. It has a long planting history. There are precise historical records to this day. In order to increase the income of local farmers and increase agricultural efficiency, the trademark liaison officer combined with the actual situation and docked with the Shanglaozhuang Township Party Committee and the government to list "Anshan Rice" as the first application for "National Geographical Indication Certification Trademark". During the application process, the trademark liaison officer guided 50 local rice farmers to establish the "Ansan Rice Industry Association" and helped them formulate more than 60 pages of management rules for the use of "Ansan Rice" geographical indications, a trademark power of attorney, an application form and other materials. On March 20, 2012, the State Administration for Industry and Commerce announced the national geographical indication certification trademark of "Anshan Rice", becoming the first national geographical indication certification trademark in Dongping, exploring a new development model for the transformation and upgrading of Dongping County's agricultural industry.
10. Dongping Lake Carp
Dongping Lake Carp is commonly known as red fish. It is one of the famous aquatic products in Shandong and is named after it is produced in Dongping Lake. This fish is native to the Yellow River. Dongping Lake is connected to the Yellow River. When the water is low, the Yellow River carp enters the lake with the water. The water quality in the lake is fertile and suitable for fish breeding and growth, so the Yellow River carp settles in the lake. The fish has a flat and fat body, a pale black back, a yellowish white belly, and red lower leaves of its tail fin. It is known as "golden wings and golden scales." There are a pair of tentacles on both sides of the carp's mouth. The scales are large and have small black markings. They are all thirty-six scales in size. Its meat is tender and delicious, not greasy when eaten, contains 21% protein, is extremely nutritious, and is the top quality fish. It has always been a delicacy for banquets, and can be cooked in braised, sweet and sour, sauced, steamed and other ways. It is especially indispensable for festive banquets. It means "fish leaping over the dragon's gate" and "carp ceremony is the same as the carp ceremony", and is a celebration for newlyweds, relatives and friends. This fish lives on the bottom, eats omnivores, has strong mobility and grows quickly. From Qing Dynasty to late summer, eggs are laid twice a year. Young fish hatched in spring can grow to about 0.5 kilograms by the end of the year and more than 1 kilogram the next year. In recent years, with the advancement of fishing methods, the number of carp resources in Dongping Lake has decreased significantly.