Shijiazhuang's top ten specialties include Zhengding Majia braised chicken, selenium-rich black peanuts, Xinji wolfberries, Pingshan Mian walnuts, Zanhuang golden silk dates, snow pears, Gaocheng palace noodles, Xuejia sesame cakes, Lingshou enoki mushrooms, and Xinle watermelons. Shijiazhuang, formerly known as the "Land of the Capital," is known as the "North-South thoroughfare and the throat of Yan and Jin." Its geographical location is very advantageous.
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Zhengding Ma's Braised Chicken 正定马家卤鸡
Zhengding Ma's Braised Chicken is a Shijiazhuang specialty. High in protein and low in calories, it's crispy, tender, and delicious, making it a delicacy enjoyed by all ages.
2. Selenium-Rich Black Peanuts 富硒黑花生
Selenium-rich black peanuts are a famous Shijiazhuang specialty. The skin of the peanut kernel is gray-black, and they contain significantly higher levels of crude protein, arginine, potassium, zinc, and selenium than regular peanut kernels.
3. Xinji Wolfberry 辛集枸杞
Xinji wolfberry is a local specialty of Shijiazhuang. Originally imported from the Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, it was established in Xinji and rapidly developed due to its excellent quality. This tradition spans over 40 years.
4. Pingshan Mian Walnut 平山绵核桃
Pingshan Mian Walnut is a specialty of Pingshan County, Shijiazhuang. This type of walnut is renowned worldwide for its well-proportioned, plump berries.
5. Zanhuang Golden Silk Jujubes 赞皇金丝大枣
Zanhuang Golden Silk Jujubes are a local specialty of Zanhuang County, Shijiazhuang. They are the only known "triploid" species in my country. Rich in nutrients, they are known as the "King of Fruits" and were tribute dates to the royal family in ancient times.
6. Snowflake Pear 雪花梨
Snowflake Pear, also known as Ivory Pear and Zhaozhou Snowflake Pear, is a local specialty of Hebei Province. It is primarily found in central and southern Hebei, with Zhao County being a prominent production area, hence the name "Zhaozhou Snowflake Pear."
7. Xuejia Shaobing 薛家烧饼
Xuejia Shaobing is described as having a "slightly yellowish color, distinct layers, a crispy texture, and a savory and fragrant flavor." Due to its exquisite ingredients and meticulous craftsmanship, it is highly popular and was designated a Hebei Provincial Snack in 1982.
8. Lingshou Enoki Mushrooms 灵寿金针菇
Lingshou County, Hebei Province, is a major producer of enoki mushrooms in my country. In 2004, the county's total edible fungus production reached 72,000 tons, of which 58,000 tons were enoki mushrooms, generating a production value of 340 million yuan.