Linxian Xiaomi [Shanxi Linxian Specialty]

What is Linxian Xiaomi? Authentic Shanxi Linxian specialty: Linxian millet

Content summary:Do you want to know what Linxian millet is? This article is a detailed introduction to the special product of Linxian County, Shanxi Province - Linxian Xiaomi. It was compiled and edited by the editorial team of China Specialty Network after reviewing and collecting relevant information about Linxian Xiaomi. The full text takes about 5 minutes to read, mainly including the basic introduction of Linxian Xiaomi and its nutritional value? How did the history of Xiaomi in Linxian come about? The production method of Linxian Xiaomi and how to distinguish between genuine and fake Linxian Xiaomi? Wait

Basic Introduction to Xiaomi in Linxian

Millet grown on the loess high slope of Linxian in Lvliang Mountain, without pesticides, is planted in a green and ecological manner. The sweet and loose aroma of the food is very delicious. Xiaomi, formerly known as Su, also known as Liang, Dog Sage, Yellow Sorghum, and Corn, is an annual herbaceous plant in the Poaceae and Dog Sage genera. It has thick fibrous roots and thick stalks, and is the result of peeling off the skin of millet. Millet is a cereal plant and a type of woody plant

What nutritional value does Linxian millet have

Xiaomi contains protein, which is higher than rice. Every 100 grams contains 1.7 grams of fat and 76.1 grams of carbohydrates, both of which are not lower than rice and wheat. Carrots, which are not commonly found in grains, have a content of 0.12 milligrams per 100 grams in millet, and its vitamin B1 content ranks first among all grains

1. Xiaomi is rich in vitamins B1, B12, etc., which have the effect of preventing indigestion and mouth ulcers

2. Xiaomi has the effect of preventing nausea and vomiting

3. It also has the function of nourishing yin and blood, which can help women with weak and cold constitution to recover their physical strength

4. Xiaomi has the effect of reducing wrinkles, pigmentation, and pigmentation

Xiaomi is native to the Yellow River Basin in northern China, Inner Mongolia, and Northeast China, mainly concentrated in the areas of Chifeng and Tongliao. The main grain crops in ancient China, so the Xia and Shang dynasties belonged to the "millet culture". Millet is drought tolerant and has a wide variety of varieties. It is commonly known as "millet with five colors", including white, red, yellow, black, orange, purple millet, as well as sticky millet. The earliest Chinese liquor was also made from millet. Millet is suitable for growing in areas with drought and lack of irrigation. Its stem and leaves are relatively hard and can be used as feed, usually only large livestock such as cows, horses, and sheep can digest them

Linxian County millet production method

millet egg Congee

Source: folk party

Raw material: one 50g millet egg

Usage: Soak your feet in hot water before going to bed, drink this Congee, and then fall asleep

Effect: Nourish the heart and calm the mind. Used for insufficient blood circulation, irritability, and insomnia

How to distinguish between genuine and fake Xiaomi in Linxian

Stained Xiaomi Identification:

1. Appearance of Stained Xiaomi. At the agricultural market, some dyed millet was found for sale. The so-called dyeing refers to the situation where millet undergoes mold growth and loses its edible value. Speculators rinse it and then dye it with yellow pigment to make it bright yellow, deceiving buyers. Eating this dyed yellow rice can harm the body

2. Sensory identification method for dyed millet: Color: Fresh millet, uniform color, golden yellow, glossy; The dyed millet has a dark yellow color and lacks luster, and the color of each grain is the same. Odor: Fresh millet with a normal scent of millet; After dyeing, millet has a scent of chromatin, such as curcumin, which has a turmeric odor. Washing: Fresh millet does not turn yellow when washed with warm water; The dyed millet turns yellow when washed with warm water

3. Chemical identification method for dyed millet: Take 25 grams of the sample and place it in a mortar. Add 25 milliliters of anhydrous ethanol, grind it, take 25 milliliters of its suspension, place it in a colorimetric tube, then add 2 milliliters of 10% sodium hydroxide, shake evenly, let it stand for a moment, and observe the color change. If it is orange red, it indicates that the millet is stained with curcumin