Why is Schizonepeta only eaten by Henan people?

Schizonepeta tenuifolia is a hometown flavor of Henan people. It can be used not only as a condiment, but also as a vegetable. However, Schizonepeta tenuifolia contains a special smell, which may be difficult for people in other areas to accept for a while.

The tradition of planting and eating Schizonepeta tenuifolia has been maintained in most parts of Henan Province. Every summer, many people in Henan will have Schizonepeta tenuifolia on the dining table, especially the cool Schizonepeta tenuifolia, which has a fragrant aroma and can stimulate appetite and strengthen the spleen. It is an indispensable part of Henan people's summer diet.

Features of Schizonepeta tenuifolia:

The refreshing and spicy fragrance of Schizonepeta tenuifolia attracts Henan people most. People in Henan love to eat Schizonepeta, and there is also the shadow of Schizonepeta in proverbs. If you praise a capable and courteous person, you will say that he is a person who "ate a big plate of Schizonepeta", and "I really don't eat Schizonepeta to the best" is the self-mockery of those who hit the wall.

Schizonepeta tenuifolia has a soft lemon-like aroma, with the spicy taste of mint and ginger. Can be used to relieve habits, relieve summer and autumn, enhance fragrance and get rid of greasy. We can choose to eat it raw, cold or cooked with pasta.