Introduction to Ninghua Chili Pepper
Ninghua Chili Pepper is a specialty of Ninghua County, Fujian Province, and is listed among the top eight famous peppers in China. The dried chili peppers that are processed from it are known both domestically and internationally for their six unique features: bright red color, thin and transparent skin, fragrant aroma, high oil content, moderate spiciness, and a delicious taste. Since the early 1970s, it has been an important export commodity of Fujian Province and has been listed in China's export commodity catalog.
What are the Nutritional Values of Ninghua Chili Pepper?
Per 100g, Ninghua Chili Pepper contains 198mg of vitamin C, which ranks it first among vegetables. It is also rich in vitamin B, carotene, calcium, iron, and other minerals. Medical experts believe that chili peppers can alleviate pain, treat dysentery, kill and inhibit gastrointestinal parasites, control heart disease and coronary artery sclerosis. They can also stimulate the mucous membranes of the mouth, promote peristalsis of the stomach, enhance salivary secretion, increase appetite, and aid digestion.
What are the Product Characteristics of Ninghua Chili Pepper?
Ninghua Chili Pepper is one of China's top eight famous peppers. The dried chili peppers made from it are popular for their six unique features: bright red color, thin and transparent skin, fragrant aroma, high oil content, moderate spiciness, and a delicious taste.
What is the History of Ninghua Chili Pepper?
Ninghua County is situated at the eastern foot of the Wuyi Mountains in western Fujian Province. The county has a picturesque landscape and a pleasant climate. With a mid-subtropical monsoon climate, it has four distinct seasons, plenty of sunshine, and abundant rainfall with an annual average temperature of 17.6°C and an annual average precipitation of 1750mm. The county is crisscrossed by rivers and streams that eventually flow into the three major rivers of Fujian, Jiangxi, and Guangdong. These favorable environmental conditions provide an ideal natural habitat for the growth of chili peppers. Furthermore, the farmers of Ninghua County have accumulated a wealth of experience in the cultivation of chili peppers throughout their long history. Since the early days of liberation, Ninghua has been known both domestically and internationally for its chili pepper exports, creating a brand effect and giving Ninghua a unique advantage in developing its chili pepper production.
What is the Production Method of Ninghua Chili Pepper?
Homemade Chile Sauce
Ingredients
Garlic cloves, bird's eye chili pepper or other chili peppers, Sichuan peppercorn, salt, sugar
Instructions
1. Wash the red chili peppers and remove the stems before steaming them for 5 minutes. After cooling, chop them finely with a knife. The ratio of chili peppers to garlic should be 2:1.
2. Heat the oil in a pan and add Sichuan peppercorns. Stir-fry over low heat until fragrant, taking care not to burn them. The ratio of chili peppers to Sichuan peppercorns should be 10:1.
3. Pour the chopped chili peppers into the pan and stir-fry over low heat until the chili sauce becomes sticky. Add salt and sugar to taste.
4. Add the minced garlic, and stir-fry until fragrant.
