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Zhaotong: Incorporating Gastrodia into

daily diet for improved health

在昭通，赴一场天麻盛宴

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Yiliang County, located in Zha-
otong City, Yunnan Province, is haotong City, located in Yunnan Chicken with Gastrodia, which combines
Province, is renowned as the
Xiaocaoba Gastrodia with locally sourced
widely recognized as a major Zprimary region for producing free-range chicken. The ingredients are
producer of Gastrodia in China. high-quality wild Gastrodia in China. simmered in a casserole over low heat,
Among the various areas in Yil- Within Zhaotong City, Yiliang County creating a rich and flavorful broth. For
iang, the Gastrodia produced in stands out due to its unique geograph- cold noodles with Gastrodia, a dough is
Xiaocaoba Township stands out ical environment and pleasant climate. prepared by mixing flour with Gastrodia
This region not only boasts breathtaking
juice, imparting a subtle Gastrodia aroma
and enjoys a global reputation. scenery throughout the year but also nur- to the noodles. Cabbage with Gastrodia is
As Gastrodia has gained popular- tures the exquisite Xiaocaoba Gastrodia, another enticing option, featuring Xiaoc-
ity and become more accessible known for its beautiful appearance and aoba Gastrodia, Suijiang taro, Zhaotong
to the general public, it is increas- unparalleled quality. cabbage, and locally sourced chicken.
ingly used in a variety of dishes, Xiaoxiaoba Gastrodia tubers are This dish not only offers a vibrant color
including stewed chicken, stewed characterized by their substantial size, and alluring fragrance but also boasts
plumpness, translucency, and firmness.
delightful flavors and health-enhancing
pork, hot pot, steamed dishes, Renowned for their exceptional quality, properties. Lastly, the ham and chicken
and stir-fried preparations. How- they serve as the epitome of Gastrodia in hot pot with Gastrodia incorporates Xiao-
ever, the Gastrodia sourced from both Zhaotong City and Yunnan Province. caoba Gastrodia, Xuanwei ham, locally
Xiaocaoba is often regarded as In fact, when people refer to “Yunnan sourced chicken, and a variety of nourish-
the top choice for preparing these Gastrodia”, they are essentially referring to ing herbs. This hot pot not only delivers
nourishing culinary creations. the produce from Yiliang County, particular- a refreshing soup and delectable taste but
ly the esteemed Xiaoxiaoba Gastrodia. As a also promotes overall well-being.
result, Yiliang has earned the reputation of In addition to the aforementioned dishes,
being the “hometown of Gastrodia” and the Zhaotong cuisine also offers other delec-
global “origin of Gastrodia”. table Gastrodia creations, such as rolls of
昭通市彝良县是中国天麻的主产 Over time, the people of Zhaotong edible wild herbs with Gastrodia, fish head
区，其中以小草坝天麻最为出名。随 have cultivated a wide range of cooking with Gastrodia, and Stichopus japonicus
techniques for preparing Gastrodia. with Gastrodia. These dishes combine the
着“天麻当洋芋吃”的口号传播开来，
There are several culinary prepara- distinctive qualities of Gastrodia with a
炖鸡、炖猪肉、煮火锅、蒸炒等食用
tions of Gastrodia in Zhaotong cuisine diverse array of ingredients, allowing diners
方法，使得小草坝天麻成为人们心心 that highlight its unique flavors and health to savor the wide range of culinary delights
念念的“舌尖美食”。 benefits. One popular dish is Steam Pot that Gastrodia has to offer.