What are the snacks and specialties of Chongqing? What are the must-buy items for traveling in Chongqing?

Chongqing is a mountain city that is also a river city. Unlike the ruggedness of the north and the excessive elegance of the south of the Yangtze River, it naturally retains a unique flavor of the southwest. To be honest, Chongqing is not a shopping destination, but it is indeed a real food destination. When traveling here, most people will choose to buy edible specialties as souvenirs. Today, the editor of China Youth Hostel in Chongqing will bring you an inventory of the must-buy items for traveling in Chongqing. If you are planning to travel to Chongqing, please follow the editor to see what specialties you can bring in Chongqing!

Chen Mahua

What are the snack specialties of Chongqing? I have to say Chen Mahua. At the end of the Qing Dynasty, the ancient town Chen Mahua has spread in Bayu land with its unique taste. Because of its high-quality materials and hand-made production, it has the characteristics of fragrant, crispy, refreshing, and does not become cottony after being stored for a long time. Ciqikou Mahua, also known as Chen Mahua, is a delicious traditional snack and a specialty of Ciqikou Town, Chongqing. Ciqikou Twist has 10 varieties: original, black sesame, salt and pepper, black rice, corn, rock sugar glutinous rice, spicy, seaweed, chocolate, and honey. Original flavor, sweet and delicious, melts in the mouth, suitable for all ages; salt and pepper twist, pure taste, crispy and crumbly; Spicy twist, Chongqing flavor, combines sweet, numb and spicy, leaving endless aftertaste.

Hechuan Peach Slices

Hechuan Peach Slices is one of Chongqing’s local famous products. It has a long history and was founded in 1840. It is made of fine glutinous rice, walnut kernels, Sichuan sugar, Honey rose and other raw materials are refined and processed. There are many types, including mung bean mint, nutritious eight treasures, refined salt and pepper, health care and other series. Peach slices have a tender appearance, white color, soft taste and sweet taste, making them a refined delicacy.

Dengying Beef

Dengying Beef is a flavor food in Bashu region. It has a history of more than 100 years. It is made by slicing beef shank meat and then marinating, drying, baking, steaming, frying, and stir-frying. Spicy and sweet, it is loved by people. It is named because the meat slices are thin and wide, and can pass through the shadow of lights, giving it the effect of folk shadow puppetry. It is a traditional famous food in Da County, Sichuan. The beef slices are as thin as paper, red and bright in color, spicy and crispy in taste, chewing them carefully will leave you with an unforgettable aftertaste.

Jiangjin Rice Krispie Treats

Jiangjin Rice Krispie Treats are one of Chongqing’s famous specialties. Made from high-quality glutinous rice, walnut kernels, peanut kernels, sesame seeds, malt sugar, rose sugar, etc., it is carefully made through more than 10 processes. It is sweet and crispy, and delicious. The product is white and crystal clear, sweet and crispy, refreshing and stale, sweet but not greasy, rich in nutrients, and has the effects of nourishing yin and kidneys, appetizing and strengthening the spleen. Jiangjin Rice Krispie Treats have a long history and are sold in 234 cities including Beijing, Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Shanghai, Kunming, and Xinjiang. They are also exported to the United States, New Zealand and other countries and regions, and are deeply loved by consumers everywhere. When traveling to Chongqing, friends who like sweets can take some home.

Liang Ping Zhang Duck

What are the snack specialties of Chongqing? The editor of Chongqing China Youth Hostel would like to recommend Zhang Duck to everyone. Liang Ping Zhang Duck is a time-honored signature brand in Chongqing. The slogan “Every duck sells millions of ducks a year” is famous in Chongqing. Zhang duck originates from Liangping, Chongqing. The braised duck has been passed down for three generations. The braised duck has 48 medicinal ingredients and is famous for its dry, fragrant and lean characteristics. It has become a major specialty of Chongqing. When traveling to Chongqing, you can first buy some loose ducks to try. If you like the taste, it is also good to buy two and package them for your family to try.

Strange-flavored beans

Chongqing's strange-flavored beans have unique craftsmanship and unique flavor. They are spicy, spicy, sweet, salty, fresh and crispy. They are unique. , sold nationwide. The strange-flavored beans are pasted with butter and put into sugar coating. They are still somewhat hard, but not sticky or greasy. You need to crush them with your big teeth before entering the mouth. You can feel the slight resistance of the beans, and then they become numb, spicy, sour, sweet, and fresh. The fragrant and crispy flavors will sweep your taste buds together. Available in all major supermarkets in Chongqing!

Tea

Chongqing is rich in tea and its tea culture is also famous. The more well-known varieties include Yongchuan Xiuya, Bashan Yinya, Jinyun Maofeng, Youyang tartary buckwheat, etc.

The above teas can generally be purchased in large supermarkets. If you have enough time, you can go to Panxi Tea Market (the largest tea wholesale market in Chongqing) and Nanqiaosi Tea Market (the first professional tea wholesale market in Chongqing). These two places The teas sold are relatively complete in categories and affordable.

Hot pot base

What specialties can you bring to Chongqing? Hot pot base is a must. The taste of Chongqing is extremely spicy. When you come to Chongqing, the birthplace of hot pot, you can bring back some authentic hot pot seasonings. Chongqing people prefer authentic old brands such as Qiaotou, Fatty, Zhoujunji, Qiuxia, etc.; Dezhuang has a "Dezhuang Qing Yi Color" hot pot base, which is suitable for tourists with light tastes. There are many kinds of base ingredients, generally divided into butter and clear oil. The former tastes spicy, while the latter is suitable for those who are not good at spicy food. As a Chongqing native, the editor wants to tell you that all hot pot bases you bring home need to be boiled by yourself. Do not boil the hot pot bases directly in a pot of water, otherwise it will be difficult to eat authentic Chongqing hot pot. smell.

The above is the list of must-buy things for Chongqing travel brought to you by the editor of Chongqing China Youth Hostel. The National Day holiday is coming, and it’s the best season to travel to Chongqing. While enjoying Chongqing’s natural scenery, don’t forget to take some of Chongqing’s specialties back.

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