As we all know, Henan is vast in territory and abundant in natural resources.
Henan has a profound cultural heritage and countless human landscapes, and the unique Henan cuisine is even more famous on the list. Like Hu Spicy Soup, Huimian Noodles and Blast Furnace Sesame Cake, they are all special foods that make people shine at the moment.
In addition to these delicious foods, the reputation of Henan cuisine has spread all over the country. If you visit Henan, these six dishes are a must, and they are called "the soul of Henan cuisine". If you order these six dishes, the boss really treats you as a native of Henan.
1. Braised elbow
If you are a native of Henan and have happened to attend some local weddings, then you will know that braised elbow is an essential dish. The prepared braised elbow is mouth watering, and no matter who it is, it will be attracted.
2. scrambled eggs with Sophora japonica
You know, you can eat Sophora japonica in May every year. People in Henan love Sophora japonica very much, and locals generally have many ways to eat Sophora japonica. Scrambled eggs with Sophora japonica is a very common food. At this time, someone will question, can Sophora japonica be eaten?
For some friends who haven't eaten it, it is unimaginable to make Sophora japonica into delicious food. But for the well-informed Henan people, they have applied Sophora japonica to the extreme. The locals will put Sophora japonica and eggs together to make an attractive food. Only those who have eaten it know how wonderful this dish is.
3. Grilled mutton with onion
In Henan, grilled mutton with onion is almost a well-known specialty food. Grilled mutton with onion is also a very famous Henan dish, which is deeply loved by Henan people. When making this dish, the selection of materials is a very important link.
Generally, fresh and tender mutton is selected, and the grilled mutton with onion made from this mutton is a very authentic Henan dish, which is also in line with the dietary taste of local people in Henan. The prepared lamb with scallion is tender and refreshing, which makes people want to continue eating after eating, which is enough to show how attractive this dish is. If you have the opportunity to go to Henan, you must taste the lamb with onion. After eating it, you will never forget it.
4. Sour and hot mullet egg soup
For native Henan people, Sour and hot mullet egg soup is definitely a very familiar dish. From the name of this dish, you can guess that the raw materials for making the dish include mullet eggs.
actually, mullet eggs have a fishy smell, so when making this dish, you should first deodorize mullet eggs, so that you can make a very delicious food in the later cooking process.
If you want the hot and sour mullet egg soup to be delicious, you should add spices such as pepper to the pot to enhance the taste of the soup, so that the cooked food is rich and refreshing.
5. Fried purple crispy meat
Is this the first time a friend heard this name? I will also imagine what kind of dish it is in my mind, thinking that the cooked dish is purple. In fact, if I have stayed in Henan, I will know that this dish is a very traditional Henan dish.
It is said that it originated in the Qing Dynasty, and it was an imperial dish of the court at that time, which was deeply loved by the nobles of the palace. The main raw material of fried purple crisp meat is pork ribs, and then through a series of steps, it is made into a fresh and refreshing fried purple crisp meat. When eating this delicious food, locals usually dip it in sweet noodle sauce, and the taste is absolutely excellent.
6. Bianjing Roast Duck
When it comes to roast duck, most people may think of Beijing. Little did they know that there is a place in the Central Plains where roast duck is also very famous, and that is Bianjing Roast Duck. Bianjing roast duck is a classic food in Kaifeng and a famous Henan dish.
Bianjing roast duck appeared very early and was sought after by many people at that time. The production process of Bianjing roast duck is very unique, which is different from the famous Beijing roast duck, which also makes it show a unique side. Roast duck with shredded cucumber is a very happy feeling when eaten in the mouth.
Each of the above six Henan dishes is classic and is the favorite food of Henan people. If foreigners have the opportunity to visit Henan, these six Henan dishes are well worth trying. What other delicious Henan dishes do you know? Welcome to share messages in the comment area.
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