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Text丨Ukiyo Qinghuan
Editor丨Ukiyo Qinghuan
Millet, also known as millet, has a very long history in the mainland, after thousands of years of development, there are now a variety of varieties on the market, and the taste difference is very large, which is extremely difficult for consumers to choose.
Where is the best millet in China, after comparison, these 4 places are on the list, and the cooked millet porridge is full of color and fragrance, is there your hometown?
So what are the four places where millet is grown, and how is it cultivated?
Shaanxi rice fat millet
Shaanxi Mizhi millet as the treasure of the northern loess, exudes a fragrant and attractive delicacy, known as the legend of the royal tribute, Shaanxi Mizhi County relies on the rich loess resources, mild climatic conditions, planted a kind of golden color, full of grains of millet.
After thousands of years of cultivation, rice fat millet has long become one of the important grains in the northern region, rice fat millet has been well known throughout the country, as one of China's "four famous millet", well-known. Its popularity and reputation are due to its excellent quality and enduring historical background.
Rice fat millet is perfect in appearance, the golden rice grains exude a charming luster, the grains are full and round, and the cooked millet tastes glutinous, non-sticky, and sweet in the mouth. At the same time, the refreshing aroma of rice fat millet makes it unique and charming in cooking.
Rural areas of the region especially value rice fat millet as a precious food resource that enriches people's diets, and people like to use it to make a variety of delicacies and taste its unique texture and unique taste in a variety of snacks and staple foods.
In particular, millet porridge made from rice fat millet has become a healthy and delicious breakfast choice in the region after being boiled with delicious ingredients such as tender pumpkin, sweet red dates, and nourishing wolfberries.
Not only that, but the locals have also developed rice fat millet into more delicacies, and they use millet to make a variety of foods to satisfy people's taste needs. For example, rice, rice noodles, etc. can be added to millet as the main ingredient to cook nutritious and delicious dishes.
As an important grain producing area in Shaanxi, Shaanxi Mizhi County is famous for its excellent production environment and well-known rice fat millet, rice fat millet from planting to maturation interpretation of every link embodies regional characteristics and traditional essence, every grain of rice fat millet is precipitated with the care of the mother soil and the gift of yellow earth.
Both locally and nationally, rice fat millet is loved and revered, and this exquisite millet is not only a nutritious food source, but also a part of people's daily lives.
With its outstanding quality, profound historical background and rich classic food, Shaanxi rice fat millet has attracted the attention and taste buds of countless people.
Shanxi Qinzhou yellow millet
Shanxi Qinzhou yellow millet as the king of millet, its legendary story is fascinating, a scholar in the Kangxi period dedicated Qinzhou's "brown grain rice" to the Kangxi Emperor to taste, this benevolent king tasted the dragon face delighted, fell in love at first sight.
Therefore, Emperor Kangxi personally named Qinzhou millet "Qinzhou Yellow" and named it the imperial tribute rice, that is, international rice, which means that it is the crown of Chinese millet. Qinzhou yellow millet is also known as the king of rice in the world, and enjoys a good reputation in China for its unparalleled quality and special planting environment.
Qinxian County is located in Changzhi City, Shanxi Province, with a dry climate and rich land, where the loess is very fertile and rich in minerals, and this ideal natural condition makes Qinzhou yellow millet have extremely high quality.
Each millet is bathed in the sunshine and rain of the land, absorbing the nutrients of nature, so the appearance is golden and exudes a natural grain fragrance. Its delicious taste does not require artificial flavors, it comes from the gift of the soil.
Qinzhou yellow millet is planted with sheep manure as a boosting fertilizer, without the use of chemical fertilizers and other animal manure, which ensures the natural taste and nutritional value of millet.
Compared with ordinary millet, Qinzhou yellow millet has a higher fat content of 1-2.5%, and the protein content is also richer.
Based on its excellent quality, Qinzhou yellow millet was used as a court tribute as early as the Ming Dynasty, and the Kangxi Emperor of the Qing Dynasty gave it the name "Qinzhou Yellow". Today, Qinzhou yellow millet has also been rated as China's national geographical indication product, highlighting its unique geographical and quality advantages.
It is the unique charm and excellent quality of Shanxi Qinzhou yellow millet in terms of taste that make it a treasure of China's millet industry and enjoy the reputation of "millet capital".
Whether it is used to cook porridge or other rice delicacies, Qinzhou yellow millet can show its infinite charm, boiling Qinzhou yellow millet gruel, golden color, exudes a slight fragrance and slightly sweet taste.
Every bite can feel the delicate taste and rich flavor of the rice, and in the process of stuffy rice or porridge, the characteristics of Qinzhou yellow millet are also very obvious, not only the bottom of the pot does not stick to the rice, but also keeps the grains of the rice clear, making the rice as a staple food more delicious and delicious.
As the king of millet, the legendary story of Shanxi Qinzhou yellow millet will continue to be passed on as always, continue to evolve on people's tables, and become a well-known delicacy.
Whether it is its unique growing environment, rich minerals, or the natural aroma and delicate taste characteristics of the land, Qinzhou yellow millet will continue to fascinate the taste buds of consumers and become the best choice for the king of food.
Hebei Wei County peach blossom rice
Hebei Wei County, this ancient county with a long history, rich in millet enjoys a high reputation in history, among them, peach blossom rice is known as one of the "four tribute rice", deeply loved by the emperors of the past dynasties.
The history of peach blossom rice cultivation in Wei County can be traced back to more than 5,000 years ago, as evidenced by the millet from the Yangshao culture period excavated by archaeologists in Sanguan Village, Wei County. After thousands of years of inheritance and development, the planting technology of peach blossom rice has formed a unique planting method and quality characteristics.
The planting areas of peach blossom rice are mainly concentrated in the north and south slopes of Wei County and the peach blossom area, and the soil quality and climatic conditions in these places are very suitable for the growth of millet.
Because Wei County is located in the temperate continental climate zone, with sufficient sunlight and large temperature difference between day and night, the peach blossom rice has accumulated rich nutrients, making it have the characteristics of large grains, yellow color, fragrant taste, rich viscosity, multiple nutrients, and high sugar content.
The quality of peach blossom rice has not only been recognized in history, but also in modern times by authoritative institutions. In 1993, the China Consumer Protection Foundation recognized Weixian Peach Blossom Rice as a credible product, which is a great affirmation of the quality of Peach Blossom Rice.
However, in recent years, due to the influence of climate and environmental factors, the production of peach blossom rice in Wei County has declined, which has made the price of peach blossom rice increase. Despite this, the quality and taste of peach blossom rice are still loved and recognized by consumers.
As a treasure of cereals, peach blossom rice in Weixian County, Hebei Province has been inherited and developed for thousands of years, and still maintains excellent quality and unique taste.
Guangxi Guangling millet
Guangling millet is a food crop with a long history and excellent quality, its grains are full, golden in color, rich in nutrition, sweet and delicious in taste, whether it is making rice or boiling gruel, it can bring a wonderful taste experience.
The history of Guangling millet can be traced back to the Ming Dynasty, when it was presented to the imperial court as a tribute, and it became a tribute rice to the imperial court during the Kangxi period of the Qing Dynasty.
After years of development, the quality of Guangling millet has been continuously improved, and in 2003, it obtained the green food certification, and in 2007, it was approved by the General Administration of Quality Supervision, Inspection and Quarantine of the People's Republic of China to implement the protection of geographical indication products. In addition, Guangling millet also entered Zhongnanhai as a special rice in the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games, which shows its excellent quality.
Guangling millet grows in a unique environment, located in the alpine ecological zone above 1200 meters above sea level, with sufficient sunlight, moderate annual rainfall and long frost-free period.
These unique natural conditions make Guangling millet rich in more than 30 kinds of minerals and vitamins that are beneficial to the human body, and is a natural nutritious and nourishing food.
In recent years, Guangling County has vigorously developed the e-commerce industry, registered public brands such as "Datong Good Grain" and "Guangling Treasures", opened up a number of online sales channels, and established a perfect e-commerce service system.
At the same time, they also launched various activities, such as "I Speak for Guangling", "I Sell Mountain Goods for My Hometown", etc., which opened up a new market for the sales of Guangling millet.
Guangling millet is a food crop with a long history, excellent quality, green and healthy, whether it is used as tribute rice in ancient times, or as a green food in modern times, Guangling millet has shown its unique charm and value.
epilogue
Millet, an ancient grain, has been passed down for thousands of years and still shines with wisdom. The top ten millet producing areas in the country have their own characteristics, and each grain of millet carries the precipitation of history and the affection of the land.
However, in the pursuit of high-quality millet, we also need to be wary of counterfeit and shoddy products on the market to ensure that we are buying genuine products.
In addition to millet, other coarse grains are also rich in nutritional value, and moderate intake of coarse grains can help improve the body's metabolic capacity and maintain good health. So, what kind of millet do you prefer in your life?
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Information sources:
1,《Millet》Chinese Botanical Zhi
2, "Guangling Millet" State Intellectual Property Office
3. "Shanxi Qinzhou Yellow Millet - Shanxi Provincial People's Government", Shanxi Provincial People's Government Network