If people in Henan eat the most and taste the best, it must be Xinyang people. Nanwan fish, Huangchuan turtle, Gushi chicken-when it comes to Xinyang cuisine, people in Henan always name them more or less. Xinyang, known as the "Land of Fish and Rice", is not only rich in products, but also the wise Xinyang people have used the gift of nature to create delicious dishes and spread them. Nowadays, Xinyang restaurant can be found everywhere in Zhengzhou, whether it is a busy road, a remote alley or even a suburban village.

1 the most distinctive? Stewed Nanwan fish head

Brief introduction: the northland south of the Yangtze River, the northland south of the Yangtze River, peach blossoms and flowing water, and fish fertilizer in Nanwan. Nanwan fish is the chief representative of Xinyang cuisine, and it is rich in Nanwan Lake in Xinyang, which is the "first lake in the Central Plains". The extremely clear and pure water quality not only creates Nanwan fish with tender meat, but also tastes the most authentic only when it is made from Nanwan water. Nanwan fish also contains a variety of vitamins and rare elements necessary for human body, among which the content of "selenium", which is known as an anticancer element, is 3~5 times higher than that of ordinary fish, especially silver carp in Nanwan, whose head is rich in DHA, which is known as "the beauty of silver carp is in the abdomen and the taste is in the head". Nanwan Fish has been registered as a trademark in the State Administration for Industry and Commerce, and it is a well-known brand inside and outside the province.

Features: milky white color and delicious taste. Recommended index: five stars.

2 the most affordable? Luoshan Dachang decoction

Introduction: A traditional snack in Xinyang luoshan county is mainly made of Huainan pig intestines, tofu and pig blood, supplemented by various secret seasonings. According to legend, Zhu Yuanzhang, the founding emperor of the Ming Dynasty, visited Xinyang Luoshan, passed a farmhouse at noon, smelled the fragrant fat sausage soup, and even ate several bowls and praised it. Luoshan large intestine soup became famous. After being passed down from generation to generation and constantly improved, it has established the originator status of Luoshan Dachang Tang's Henan special food culture.

Features: Fat but not greasy, soft and economical.

Xiao Bian's recommendation: The large intestine soup is exquisite, and it tastes different. With sweet and delicious Xinyang rice, you will never forget it once you eat it. Fall in love with the pig's large intestine, starting with Luoshan large intestine soup.

Recommended index: three stars

3 the most close to the people? Canned meat

Introduction: Stuffed pork is a special dish in Xinyang, which was used by Xinyang people to store pork in the early twelfth lunar month. The local Huainan black pig is chosen as the ingredient of braised pork, which is a unique variety of Xinyang, not only rich in nutrition, but also fragrant in meat. Stuffy canned meat is generally not eaten directly, because it is too oily, and it can be fried with vegetables and potatoes. With the improvement of living standards, canned meat is no longer used as a method to preserve meat, but it has become a beautiful scenery in eastern Henan cuisine.

Features: rich meat flavor and soft skin.