Kang Kang Steamed Bun is a special snack of Han Yin folk, which has a history of more than 1,000 years according to relevant historical materials. In 2007, Hanyin Kangfeng was included in the first batch of intangible cultural heritage representatives in Ankang City, and in June 2018, it was evaluated as the intangible cultural heritage of Shaanxi Province.
Introduction to Kang Kang Bun
The circle resembles a full moon, called the round Kang Kang, the size of the bowl mouth, the edge is thick and thin; the long shape resembles a god card, called the Long Kang Kang. Those who have sesame seeds on one side are called "one-sided hemp"; those who have sesame seeds on both sides are called "two-sided hemp". The bread is divided into fingers, and there are knife marks that seem to be broken, one is beautiful, and the other is convenient to eat. Hanyin Kang Steamed Bun, rich in nutrients, not dry, not hard, not stubborn and not soft, crisp and fragrant. The messenger picks up one and knocks "bang" with a sound; if it falls to the ground, it falls to pieces. Kang kang steamed bun is rich in flavor, in addition to salty, there are sugar fillings and bean paste fillings, suitable for young and old. More than it is two sides of the charcoal fire baking, into the water does not deform, long time put without deterioration.
Kang Kang steamed bun source
According to legend, in order to pray for the safety and auspiciousness of their families who have been traveling for many years, they use wheat noodles, rapeseed oil and sesame seeds to make round cakes full of sesame seeds for consumption on the way, in order to express their feelings for their families. Because it is made of natural charcoal placed on special tiles, and because it is easy to carry, it is called Kang Steamed Bun.
All tourists who come to Hanyin from outside the country, in addition to having a full taste, always bring a number of them when they leave, as a delicious snack on the journey, or take it home as a treasure for their family and friends to taste. As a native of Hanyin, at four o'clock and eight festivals, when visiting relatives and friends, you must always mention at least ten Kang Kang buns as one of the gifts to show respect.