Yunnan Bacillus with Chinese Leek Flower 500 g

Ingredient Sources

Yunnan Bacillus  : It is a rare and precious wild edible fungus unique to Yunnan Province. It cannot grow in other provinces of China or abroad. It is mainly distributed in places such as Kunming, Yuxi, and Qujing in Yunnan. It grows in mountain forests at an altitude of 800-2200 meters and forms an ectomycorrhizal relationship with pine plants.

Chinese Leek Flower: Usually, the Chinese leek flowers from places like Qujing in Yunnan are selected. They are picked when the chives bolt and bloom in autumn. At this time, the Chinese leek flowers are tender and have a fresh and fragrant smell.

 Preparation Method: Generally, the fresh bacillus  is washed and torn into small strips, the red hot peppers are chopped, and then mixed with pickled Chinese leek flowers. An appropriate amount of seasonings such as salt, brown sugar, and Chinese prickly ash are added for pickling. It is also possible to first stir-fry the bacillus in oil until fragrant, and then add the Chinese leek flowers and stir-fry them together before pickling.

 Flavor Characteristics: It has a crisp and refreshing taste, combining the tender and pungent fragrance of Chinese leek flowers with the unique fresh aroma of bacillus The taste is fresh and spicy, and it also has the spiciness of red hot peppers, with rich layers. Whether it is eaten directly, used to stir-fry with meat, or served with rice or noodles, it is extremely delicious.

Nutritional Value

Bacillus: It is rich in protein, fat, ash, total sugar, etc., and contains 17 kinds of amino acids, including 8 kinds of essential amino acids for the human body. It also contains vitamin E, B1, B2, and a variety of mineral elements, and has the effects of anti-oxidation, anti-aging, regulating blood lipids, and improving immunity.

 Chinese leek Flowers: They are rich in water, protein, fat, carbohydrates, ash, as well as trace elements such as calcium, phosphorus, and iron. The carotene (pro-vitamin A) contained in them can maintain the normal function of rhodopsin. They can promote the production of saliva, stimulate the appetite, and aid digestion.

• Cultural Significance: As a unique flavor food in Yunnan, Yunnan dried Bacillus with Chinese leek flowers reflects the characteristics of Yunnan's food culture. It is a common delicacy on the dining tables of people in Yunnan, and also a good choice for entertaining guests and giving as a gift to relatives and friends. It carries the regional emotions and cultural memories of the people in Yunnan.