A 600-word essay on Hequ’s Sour Porridge

Hequ sour porridge is a famous snack of the Han people in Hequ County, Xinzhou, Shanxi. It is said that the origin of Hequ sour porridge was purely accidental. Li Zicheng’s uprising army passed by here when entering Beijing. The local people were very happy, and every household brewed rice to serve as a soldier. Preparing meals, unexpectedly, due to changes in circumstances, the army temporarily changed its route and took a detour. However, the people soaked too much rice and couldn't finish it in a while. After leaving it for a long time, it became sour, and the people were reluctant to throw it away. , they used sour rice to cook porridge and eat it. Unexpectedly, they discovered that the porridge cooked with sour rice did not affect its edible value. Later, people deliberately soaked the rice in acid to make porridge for consumption. Slowly they discovered that This kind of sour porridge is wonderful for appetizing, strengthening the spleen, and skin care and beauty. No wonder women in this area have white, tender and delicate skin even without cosmetics.

Origin of sour porridge: Hequ County, Xinzhou, Shanxi. Raw materials: Mainly rice. Color and taste: sweet and sour. Rice itself is rich in a variety of crude proteins and amino acids. After fermentation, the lactic acid bacteria contained in it can help people produce fluids, quench thirst, digest food and strengthen the stomach. Sour porridge also has miraculous effects in beauty and skin care, and delaying aging.

Preparation method: First soak the rice in acid, pay attention to control the heat, and then process it into porridge.

Hequ Sour Porridge is suitable for both men and women of all ages. If you travel to Hequ, you must not miss this delicacy.