1. Peanut cake.
Peanut cake is a traditional specialty of Kaifeng and an ancient palace meal. It originated in the Song Dynasty and was passed down through the Yuan, Ming and Qing dynasties to this day.
Because Kaifeng is located in the plains, the peanuts produced in Kaifeng are relatively high-quality, and the peanut cakes produced are unmatched by other regions. Coupled with the unique technology and production process, the peanut cakes produced are sweet and sharp, and melt in the mouth, making people have endless aftertaste.
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2. Soup dumplings.
Soup dumplings are a delicacy that all outsiders must eat when visiting Kaifeng. The soup dumplings are beautiful in appearance, small and exquisite, with thin skin and rich fillings. The soup is oily and delicious.
Folks often say "lift it gently, move it slowly, open the window first, then drink the soup, sweep it all away, and your mouth will be full of fragrance." This is the trick for guests to taste the deliciousness of the soup and the full texture of the filling in the mouth.
Of course, the main reason is that by following this recipe when eating soup dumplings, I, a Libra, can ensure that I eat them elegantly without causing embarrassment by scalding my mouth with soup.
3. Bucket chicken.
Bucket chicken is a famous specialty dish of Kaifeng. It is famous for its bright yellow color, salty, tender and crispy, fat but not greasy, and the more you chew, the more fragrant it becomes.
The production process is exquisite and the materials are strictly selected. Live hens with a growth period of more than one year and less than three years and a gross weight of more than 1,250 grams are always used. The chickens are required to have plump muscles, thick fat, and thicker breast and crotch oil.
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It is soaked in century-old soup for about two hours. When eating, the bones of the bucket chicken are first shaved and then sliced. When eating, pick up the boneless meat slices and chew them carefully. The more you chew, the more delicious it becomes.
The best part is the chicken thigh, which is fragrant and has a good texture. It is the best in cold dishes.