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Ming Ri Ye
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 Ming Ri Ye originated in volcanic mountain region of Japan, most of which were grown in Ba Zhang Island. It is a kind of herbaceous plant, commonly known as Fan Yang Grass. After Nagasaki was hit by atomic bomb, it is the first plant to sprout.
This is why the Japanese Agricultural Department gave importance to and make study on this plant. Based on the investigation report prepared by the Japanese Food Center, the |
| plant contains elements of germanium, as well as various vitamins and minerals. It is currently very popular in Japan and also known as "Present Day Peach Blossom" and is exported to USA. In Taiwan, much effort was put in nurturing and popularizing this plant. Ming Ri Ye is rich in germanium, vitamins and minerals. In the olden days, it is used to prevent troubles of the vital organs of the human body, and is specially helpful to the liver function and gastro, hypertension, diabetes, fat in blood, uric acid, black spots, freckles, acne. Ming Ri Ye also has Vitamin B12 element that can help the flow of blood and eliminate impurities in blood vessels. The plant is grown organically, free from pesticides, chemical additives and coloring. ----------↑Top |
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Gao Shan Tea
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Gao Shan Tea is one of Taiwan's fastest developed agricultural products over the recent years. They are planted separately in the villages of Mei Shan, Zhu Qi, Pan Lu and Alishan. Delicate fragrance and glycolic are its main characteristics. ----↑Top
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Sweet Persimmon
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Pan Lu Hsiang produce abundant persimmon. After harvest, they were traditionally soaked into fresh lime water. That is why they are also called "water persimmon" or "soak persimmon". Presently, newer and simpler methods were used by using alcohol and by developing successful another method. |
| Xi Deng produces red persimmon that is crunch, sweet and juicy. Xi Deng together with Pan Lo produce the best persimmon in Taiwan. Their quality is outstanding and best for baking persimmon cake, a rare delicacy. -↑Top |
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Pear
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At the foot of Alishan where the winter temperature is low, it is best suitable for cultivation of pear trees and best prepare them for fruit bearing in spring. And the location of Zhu Qi is near the Tropic of Cancer, giving the plants ample of sunlight in summer, which is also the time of their maturity. With sufficient sunlight and water, the pear grown here are sweet and surpass the Japanese pear. ----------↑Top |
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Guava
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Guava comes in a number of varieties. Each has their own special character and well-loved by consumers. All of which are the same in terms of their abundance in Vitamin C and minerals, such as phosphorous, iron, and calcium. Their seeds are especially high in iron. Compared to other fruits, guava can increase immunity against diseases. It is said that guava can lower blood sugar and heal diabetes. ----------↑Top |
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Bamboo shoots and its byproducts
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Chiayi produces different varieties of bamboos in abundance, most of these come from Min Xiong, Da Lin, Mei Shan, Zhu Qi and Da Pu. Bamboo shoots are rich in fiber. The dried strips of bamboo shoots from Da Pu are delicious and full of nourishment. It could harmonize fatty oil and help digestion. It goes well with staple food. The Jiao Gao bamboo shoots from Shi Zhuo area are also special. ----------↑Top |
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Grapefruit
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The grapefruit in the area comes from Da Pu Hsiang. It comes in red and white variety. White grapefruit are small but heavy, sour but juicy. Its juice permeates sugar or honey and can help lower blood pressure and internal heat. Grapefruits are rich in vitamins and highly priced fruit. It yields about ten thousand tons per year, the highest in the whole of Taiwan. ----------↑Top |
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Passion Fruit
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The passion fruit of Da Pu Hsaing has a very strong fragrant and rich in vitamins and minerals. It can help purify blood, reinvigorate, detoxicate, and is very efficacious in retaining youthful look. Harvest is early and long. After harvest, they are reprocess and made into juices or dense glycogen. ----------↑Top |
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Watermelon
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The soil of Lu Cao Hsiang is best for cultivating melon-type fruits and vegetables.
It requires much attention and care. It is most loved by consumers.
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Oyster
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Dong Shi Hsiang has the best harvest in the whole Taiwan. Oyster is popularly called "He Zai".
It is high in nutritive value and is rich in protein. It is delicious and loved by many.
Sweet and fat oysters may be found in the external waters of Bu Dai. After visiting Dong Shi and enjoying the sunset and salt pan scenery in Bu Dai, don't forget to try this delicious dish. ----------↑Top |
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Litchi
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Produced in Zhu Qi Hsiang, Pan Lu Hsiang, Zhong Pu Hsaing, they are harvested in May and June of the year. Its fruit abundant and can help increase the blood circulation in the lungs. ----------↑Top |
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Ai Yu Zi
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Ai Yu Jelly is the best summer food to dispel summer heat. It is produced in Yu Shan region by Xi Duan Alishan. It is best grown in the mountain region at 2000 meters above sea level. It is a highly concentrated economical crop.
At present, Mei Shan Hsaing has successfully cultured this crop and vigorously promote the simplest and most healthful way of mixing method. Ai Yu Zi can dispel heat, relieve cold, and provide refreshment. ----------↑Top |
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Pineapple
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Produced in hillside of Min Xiong and Zhu Qi. By utilizing special variety and regulating techonology, high quality fruits are produced. It is very sweet and bears special flavor. They are produced all year round and loved by consumers. ----------↑Top |
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Tangerine, Orange
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The hillside of Mei Shan, Zhu Qi, Pan Lu and Zhong Bu have the best tangerine in the whole region. Their fruits are juicy, and can quench one's thirst and can beautify.
It was once judge as the best quality in the region. ----------↑Top |
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Xin Gang Maltose
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Their original name is "Lao Shu Zai Tang" and also known as "Shuang Ren Run".
It was first made in 1891 by street vendor Lu Qi Tou in Jiang Jou, Min Xiong Chuang, by placing wet peanut into just cooked maltose. This causes the peanut and maltose to mix together. Thereafter, they are separated into small portion. They are shaped like mouse. Later on, the people thought the name is not refined and thus called by another name "Shuang Ren Run". On the 20th year of Guang Xu during the temple celebration of Xin Kang Matzu, its name was changed to "Xin Gang Maltose" and became the founder of this food. ---↑Top |
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