Tibetans have their own unique food structure and eating habits, among which butter, tea, Ciba, beef and mutton are called the "four treasures" of Tibetan diet. Highland barley wine and butter tea are indispensable foods in Tibetan daily life.
Highland barley wine, known as "Qiang Qiang" in Tibetan, is made from highland barley, the main grain produced in Qinghai-Tibet Plateau. It is the favorite drink of the people on the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, and it is also a necessary drink for celebrating festivals, getting married, having children and seeing relatives and friends off.
Camellia oleifera is a special beverage in China and Tibet. It is often eaten as a staple food with Ciba, and is made of ghee, brick tea and salt. There are certain rules for Tibetans to drink butter tea. Generally, you can't drink it all at once. When guests come home, their tea bowls are always full.
Tibetan traditional cuisine
1, Tibetan Ciba is one of the traditional Tibetan staple foods.
It is made of highland barley powder as the main raw material, adding a proper amount of water and stirring. Tibetan Ciba has the characteristics of sweet taste and rich nutrition, and is one of the main foods in the daily diet of Tibetan people.
2. Beef and mutton in Tibetan areas are also famous.
Due to the geographical environment and climatic conditions in Tibetan areas, the beef and mutton here are delicious and are the favorite of many diners. Besides beef jerky and mutton kebabs, Tibetan roast leg of lamb is also one of the most popular delicacies. It is made of leg of lamb through pickling, air drying and other processes. Its tender and rich meat is an important food for Tibetan people's holiday celebrations and family gatherings.
3. Vegetables and fruits in Tibetan areas are also very rich.
Due to the geographical environment and climatic conditions in Tibetan areas, the vegetables and fruits here are delicious and very suitable for making salads, juices and other foods. Moreover, there are many kinds of fruits in Tibetan areas, such as apples, pears, walnuts and grapes, each of which has its own unique flavor and characteristics.