Shenshan Gongmi (a specialty of Fushan, Shanxi)

Introduction to Shenshan Gongmi

Fushan County has a long history of planting millet. The millet produced has large round grains, golden color, pure taste, and rich nutrition. It was once presented as a tribute to the court and has the reputation of "Shenshan Gongmi"

"Shenshan Gongmi" has been tested by authoritative national institutions and found to be rich in 15.13% protein, 5.68% fat, 0.29% lysine, starch, vitamins C and B, as well as various essential amino acids and trace elements for the human body. Shenshan Gongmi "has the therapeutic effects of promoting human metabolism, quenching thirst and generating fluids, replenishing blood and lowering blood pressure, anti-aging and anti-aging, and prolonging life. It has a certain preventive effect on various cancers and is the best supplement for people to consume and eat

- it contains abundant fat, 7.8 times that of rice, and is mainly composed of unsaturated fatty acids

- Contains a large amount of vitamin E, which is 4.8 times that of rice

- Rich in dietary fiber, four times that of rice

- It contains high potassium and low sodium, with a ratio of 9:1 for potassium and sodium compared to rice and 66:1 for millet. Eating millet regularly is beneficial for patients with hypertension

- High iron content, 4.8 times that of rice; It is also rich in phosphorus, which is 2.3 times that of rice. This is why Xiaomi can nourish blood and strengthen the brain

How did the history of Shenshan Gongmi come about

"Shenshan Gongmi" is mainly produced in the northeastern mountainous area centered on Mijiayuan Township in Fushan County. It is a typical semi-arid and semi humid warm temperate continental monsoon climate zone, with an average annual temperature of 11.2 degrees Celsius, an average annual sunshine of 2293.9 hours, and an average annual precipitation of 534.1 millimeters. The unique climate conditions are very suitable for the growth of foxtail millet. The foxtail millet produced here has large round grains, golden color, pure taste, and rich nutrition

How to make Shenshan tribute rice

millet Congee

Material

millet, cold water

Method

1. Clean the rice, boil it in cold water and put millet into it

2. After boiling, reduce the heat to low

3. When the rice grains are rotten and the Congee is thick, turn off the fire and serve