The top ten specialties of Shandong

For those of you who travel to Shandong, do you know what the top ten specialties of Shandong are? The following are the top ten specialties of Shandong compiled by the tourism website. I hope it can help. to you.

1. Dong'e donkey-hide gelatin

Li Shizhen called it "holy medicine" in "Compendium of Materia Medica". Along with ginseng and velvet antler, it is also known as the "Three Treasures of Traditional Chinese Medicine". Records about donkey-hide gelatin were first found in "Shen Nong's Materia Medica", about 2,000 years ago. The book writes: Donkey-hide gelatin was born in Dongping County, made from boiled cowhide, and came out of Dongke. ?It can be seen that donkey-hide gelatin was originally boiled from cowhide. In the Tang Dynasty, people discovered that donkey hide gelatin boiled with donkey skin had better medicinal effects, so they changed the cowhide to donkey skin and it is still used today. The main raw material for the production of donkey-hide gelatin is donkey skin, which is mixed with more than a dozen auxiliary materials such as rock sugar, Shaoxing wine, and soybean oil. It is brewed with Dongga's unique well water containing a variety of minerals and using traditional production techniques. It has a long production cycle and strict process requirements. It must go through more than a dozen processes such as material selection, washing, peeling, refining, cutting, and drying before it can be completed. Modern scientific laboratory analysis shows that donkey-hide gelatin contains nineteen kinds of amino acids necessary for the human body. Therefore, donkey-hide gelatin is also used as a good nourishing product by modern people. We have created new products such as yellow gelatin, deer antler glue, tortoise shell glue, and dog bone glue, especially donkey-hide gelatin supplement, donkey-hide gelatin wine and donkey-hide gelatin ginseng antler essence. ?

2. Texas Braised Chicken

Texas Braised Chicken, also known as Texas Five-Spice Boneless Braised Chicken, is one of the famous Texas Three Treasures (braised chicken, watermelon, and golden dates). Dezhou Braised Chicken is a traditional Han Chinese dish and a classic of Shandong cuisine. As early as the Qianlong period of the Qing Dynasty, Dezhou Braised Chicken was listed as a tribute from Shandong and sent to the palace for the emperor, empress, and royal family to enjoy. Dezhou Braised Chicken began in the Qing Dynasty, was passed down to the Republic of China, and flourishes today. It is a famous historical food famous both at home and abroad. It lasted for three hundred years. After more than ten generations of braised chicken craftsmen’s hard work and development, it has now become a unique Chinese specialty from a local specialty. The famous food is famous all over the world for its perfection in color, aroma, taste, shape, quality, cultivation and packaging. It is known as "one of the wonders of China" and "the best chicken in China". The characteristics of Texas Braised Chicken are: excellent appearance and color, five-spice off the bone, tender meat and pure flavor, light and elegant, bone marrow flavor, fresh and nutritious. In the shape, the legs are crossed, the claws are inserted into the chicken's body, and the wings are crossed through the neck and come out of the mouth. The whole chicken is lying down, golden in color, with red in the yellow. From a distance, it looks like a duck floating on water, holding feathers in its mouth. Very beautiful. The choice of chicken source is crucial, and farm chickens from Sixiao, Dezhou City are the best source. In terms of production, the chicken selection is exquisite, the technology is rigorous, the ingredients are scientific, the processing is fine, the fire is good, and the martial arts is good. The name is braised chicken, braised, it is simmered with old soup that has been circulated for many years, with amomum villosum, cloves, jade fruit?

3. Cangshan garlic

Cangshan garlic, Also known as gourd or gourd garlic. According to "Dongguan Hanji" written by Cui Shi of the Eastern Han Dynasty: "Li Xun, the governor of Yanzhou, worked on all the wheat and gourds and garlic he planted, leaving nothing behind." It can be seen from this that garlic settled in Shandong at that time. Garlic has high edible and medicinal value. "Compendium of Materia Medica" talks about garlic and says: "Meat-eating noodles in the north are especially indispensable." Garlic has the effect of reducing nitrite in the stomach and anti-tumor. This effect of Cangshan garlic is more prominent. Residents of the county generally have the habit of eating raw garlic with meals all year round. In addition, during the season of harvesting garlic, garlic sprouts and garlic seedlings , fresh garlic has become the main vegetable for every household. According to an on-site survey of low-incidence areas of gastric cancer in Shandong Province by the Scientific Research Institute of Shandong Medical College, it was found that Cangshan County has the lowest gastric cancer mortality rate among counties north of the Yangtze River with a population of more than 100,000. The reason why the composition of Cangshan garlic is better than that of garlic from other places is that: the soil in the Cangshan garlic area contains higher organic matter and higher nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium; the well water in the garlic area is mostly alkaline, and some of the well water is close to first grade Feishui; Cangshan garlic is not only fragrant, spicy, sticky, thick and delicious in terms of quality, but its 17 amino acid content is higher than that of garlic from other places. Cangshan garlic has a history of exporting foreign trade for more than 20 years, and is exported to Singapore, Malaysia, and Cambodia?

4. Yantai Apples

Yantai, the hometown of apples: Yantai City is the earliest area for apple planting in my country, and it is also the area with the largest apple planting area and the largest output. Yantai apples are of fine varieties and unique flavor, and are very popular among people. They are known as the "Queen" of the Jiaodong fruit family.

Yantai apples are sweet, crisp, delicious and rich in nutrients. In addition to being rich in sugar, they also contain malic acid, carotene, ascorbic acid, calcium, iron, zinc and other substances necessary for human health. Therefore, it is favored by nutritionists. There are more than 100 varieties of Yantai apples, among which Red Fuji, Green Banana, Red Banana, Hongxing, Jinshuai and Guoguang are the most famous. The red Fuji fruit is huge, rich red, full of fragrance, sweet and crispy; the green banana is light green, has a very high sugar content, and is as sweet as candy; the red banana is beautiful in color, has thin flesh, and is lovable; the golden banana is lovable Golden in texture, crisp and delicious, it is a good product during the Mid-Autumn Festival; Guoguang is crispy in texture, sweet and sour in taste, and has the characteristics of being durable in storage... These Yantai apples with their own characteristics are not only popular among people in the north and south of the country , and exported to foreign countries. Yantai's apple production accounts for about one-tenth of the country's total production. (Yantai) Yantai apples are famous for their large size, bright color, good smoothness, moderate sweetness and sourness, crispy and delicious. Zhifu District is known as Yantai?

5. Leling Golden Silk Jujube

Leling jujube, also known as golden jujube. Leling is located in the North China Plain on the lower reaches of the Yellow River and is one of the origins of jujube. Its cultivation history began in the Shang and Zhou Dynasties, flourished in the Wei and Jin Dynasties, and flourished in the Ming and Qing Dynasties. It has been more than 3,000 years ago. "Qi Min Yao Shu" written by Jia Sixie of the Northern Wei Dynasty records: Qingzhou Youle's jujube is the best in the world because of its rich muscles and fine core, rich and plump paste. Leling Golden Silk Jujubes are of excellent quality. When you break open the half-dried jujubes, you can clearly see the golden threads composed of pectin and sugar stuck between the pulp, stretching 1-2 inches continuously. Under the sun Glittering, golden jujube gets its name. Leling jujube got its name from this. Leling jujubes include golden jujubes, seedless jujubes, long red jujubes, round bell jujubes, potato jujubes, spinous jujubes, bell jujubes, Po jujubes, pear jujubes, Ganchuan jujubes, lying jujubes, wood jujubes, Mopan jujubes, and dragon claw jujubes. There are 23 varieties including dates and frozen dates. Among them, golden jujube accounts for more than 80% and has high economic value. It is one of the region's flagship products exported to 28 countries and regions, with an annual export volume of more than 500 tons. Leling jujubes can also be made into more than 20 kinds of foods such as cut jujube cakes, jujube rice dumplings, jujube bean honey, jujube cakes, drunk jujubes, crisp jujubes, tooth jujubes, jujube tea, donkey-hide gelatin jujubes, black jujubes, and candied jujubes. Among them, donkey-hide gelatin and candied dates have the functions of nourishing blood and nourishing nerves. Seedless jujube is also known as "Xianxing Jujube"

6. Zhangqiu Green Onion

Produced in Zhangqiu County, it is known as the "King of Onions". Green onions are rich in nutrients, rich in carbohydrates, sulfur, phosphorus, iron and other minerals and vitamins, and have a special aroma and spicy taste. Regular consumption of green onions can increase appetite and strengthen the spleen and stomach. Green onions also have a strong bactericidal effect and are also a good diaphoretic agent. Zhangqiu scallions are white and plump, tender and juicy, with a mildly spicy taste and a slight sweetness. They are best eaten raw or cold, cooked, seasoned, or stuffed, and can be stored for a long time. They are considered a treasure among onions. Green onions are one of Shandong people’s favorite vegetables. Scallions dipped in sauce are used to make flatbreads, which are authentic Shandong flavors and are particularly popular among the masses. Green onions are the main accompaniment to some famous Shandong dishes, such as roast duck, pot-roasted elbows, fried large intestines, fried fat caps, etc.; all are seasoned with green onions; roasted sea cucumbers with green onions, braised hoof tendons with green onions, roasted pork with green onions, and grilled fish lips with green onions. Other famous dishes use Zhangqiu scallions as the main ingredient; there are also condiments made from scallions such as scallion oil puree, scallion pepper paste, scallion oil, scallion and pepper Shaoxing wine. People often say that in Shandong cuisine, green onions are indispensable in every dish. The biggest feature of Zhangqiu green onions is their “bigness”. It has strong growth, no tillering, and the plant is upright and tall. The main variety is "Da Wutong". A typical large sycamore tree can reach a height of 175 cm, a diameter of 6.7 cm, a length of 70 cm, and a single plant weight of 1,500 grams. ?

7. Pingyin rose

Rose, Rosaceae, deciduous shrub, blooms in summer, has a rich and greasy fragrance, which becomes stronger as it dries up. There are many scattered seeds in gardens and private homes across our country, but not many people plant them in large areas. Pingyin County, located in the southwest of Shandong Province, has large areas of rose planting and has become a nationally famous "hometown of roses". Pingyin County is adjacent to the Yellow River in the north. The terrain in the north is flat, with sufficient sunlight and four distinct seasons, which is suitable for cultivating roses. Cultivation of roses in flat shade has a long history. According to relevant historical data: Since the Ming Dynasty, Pingyin has begun to plant roses and use roses to brew "rose wine". Around the 33rd year of the reign of Emperor Guangxu of the Qing Dynasty (1907), Pingyin roses were in full bloom. Merchants from Beijing, Tianjin, Jinan, Xuzhou and other places came from far and wide to compete for the roses. More than 150,000 kilograms of flowers could be collected every year.

At present, the cultivation area of ??Pingyin roses reaches 14,000 acres, distributed in 8 towns and 72 natural villages, with an annual output of more than 300,000 kilograms of flowers. Pingyin roses not only have a long history of cultivation, but also have the characteristics of large flowers, bright colors, pure aroma, rich and full fragrance, and have long enjoyed a high reputation at home and abroad. In recent years, 6 rose varieties have been introduced from Bulgaria, the Land of Roses, and other countries, as well as different varieties from various parts of the country. Many new rose varieties have also been bred, and some have been promoted in several urban gardens in China. ?

8. Chenji Yams

On November 16, 2009, the State Administration of Quality Supervision, Inspection and Quarantine announced No. 105 of 2009, approved? Application for the use of the special mark for Chenji Yam, and identified the Dingtao County Luboyuan Chenji Yam Professional Cooperative as the first batch of enterprises that can use the special mark on relevant products in accordance with relevant regulations, and is protected and subject to supervision in accordance with the law. . Chenji yam in Dingtao County, Shandong Province has a long history of cultivation and unique yam culture. Yam cultivation has a history of more than 2,400 years. It has now become a major specialty industry in Heze City. It has been rated as "Heze's Top Ten Famous Foods" and has become a local It is an important source of increasing agricultural efficiency and increasing farmers’ income. Chenji has two varieties of yam: Xishi seeds and Jipiguang. It has a long production history and excellent quality. Its taste is noodle, sweet, fragrant, creamy and refreshing, and its medicinal and health-care value is excellent. In 2008, it was recognized by the country as: (Chenji Yam Origin). The protection scope of Chenji yam is the administrative area currently under the jurisdiction of Chenji Town, Dingtao County, Shandong Province. ?

9. Zhucheng Green Tea

Regional scope ?Zhucheng Green Tea? A specialty of Zhucheng City, Shandong Province, China. It is known as China's "Northernmost Tea", and its brand "Yingqing Green Tea" has been recognized as a national organic food by the Ministry of Agriculture of China. At the same time, Zhucheng Green Tea has won 1 well-known trademark in China and 3 famous trademarks in Shandong Province. Specific qualities: Zhucheng green tea leaves are thick and tender green, containing a variety of trace elements. The soup is green in color, has a strong chestnut aroma, has a strong taste and is resistant to brewing. Cultural Allusions The history of tea in Zhucheng, Shandong began in the Yuan Dynasty. It is a local tea variety in Zhucheng that has been cultivated and selected for a long time. ?Zhucheng Green Tea? is mainly produced in Taolin Town, Zhucheng City. In 1956, the introduction of southern tea to the north was successful and it became the tea grown in the northernmost area. In 2010, the tea garden area in Taolin Town has grown to more than 10,000 acres, with more than 70 specialized tea planting villages, an annual output of 2,600 tons of dry tea, and an annual income of tea farmers of more than 10,000 yuan per mu. The tea industry has developed into a local specialty industry. There are more than 5,500 personnel. The Zhucheng green tea protected origin area covers the administrative areas currently under the jurisdiction of the three towns of Taolin Township, Huanghua Town and Linjiacun Town in Zhucheng City, Shandong Province. ?

10. Jiaozhou Chinese Cabbage

Jiaozhou has grown Chinese cabbage for more than 400 years. The characteristics of Jiaozhou Chinese cabbage are large and thin, tight core, low fiber, white juice and sweet taste, rich in nutrients, refreshing when eaten raw, and plump when eaten hot. Jiaozhou Chinese cabbage enjoys a high reputation at home and abroad, and is known as "Jiaobai". This vegetable is storage-resistant and easy to preserve, and is the main vegetable consumed by urban and rural people in Qingdao in winter and spring. (Qingdao) Jiaozhou Chinese cabbage is produced in Nansanlihe Village, Jiaozhou City, Shandong Province. It has a long history of cultivation and has obvious characteristics that Chinese cabbage in other areas does not have: light green outer leaves, tender fiber, delicious taste, and can be eaten raw or cooked. It is a well-known local specialty at home and abroad. In order to meet the needs of domestic and foreign tourists coming to Jiaozhou for economic and trade negotiation, travel, sightseeing and inspection, the Jiaozhou Municipal Tourism Bureau, with the guidance and strong support of relevant experts, developed the Jiaozhou Dabaicai tourism commemorative art piece that is famous at home and abroad. Extremely high art appreciation and collection value. Geographical scope: Jiaozhou Chinese cabbage is a Shandong geographical indication brand product. It is widely planted on both sides of the city's Sanli River, Jiaohe River, Mokou River, Jiaolai River, Dagu River and Yanghe River, covering an area of ??about 60,000 acres. Specific quality Jiaozhou Chinese cabbage is famous for its excellent quality. It has the advantages of tender and thin leaves, milky white juice, delicious taste, fine fiber and good nutrition. ;