Putian loquat [Fujian Putian specialty]

What is Putian loquat? Authentic Fujian Putian specialty: Putian loquat

Content summary:Do you want to know what Putian loquat is? This article is a detailed introduction to the special product of Putian, Fujian Province - Putian loquat. It was compiled and edited by the editorial team of China Specialty Network after reviewing and collecting relevant information on Putian loquat. The full text takes about 4 minutes to read, mainly including the basic introduction of Putian loquat and its nutritional value? What are the product characteristics of Putian loquat? How did the history of Putian loquat come about? The production method of Putian loquat, etc

Basic introduction of Putian loquat

Putian loquat, one of the four famous fruits in Putian, is a geographical indication product of Putian City. There are over 100 varieties of loquat in Putian, mainly including "Jiefangzhong", "Changhong 3", "Puxuan 1", "Zaozhong 6", "Baili", etc. The single fruit weight is the largest in China (Jiefangzhong's maximum single fruit weight is 172 grams, which is the highest in the world), and the cultivation technology is the most advanced. The main production area, Changtai Town, is known as the "Number One Loquat Township in China"

1. The organic acids contained in loquat can stimulate the secretion of digestive glands, which have a significant effect on enhancing appetite, helping digestion and absorption, quenching thirst and relieving heat

2. Loquat contains amygdalin, which can moisten the lungs, relieve cough, expel phlegm, and treat various coughs

3. Loquat fruit and leaves have an inhibitory effect on influenza virus, and regular consumption can prevent colds at different times

4. Loquat leaves can be air dried to make tea, which has the effects of relieving heat, lowering qi, and reducing stomach reflux. It is a good product for stopping vomiting and can treat various types of vomiting and hiccups

The method of making Putian loquat

Loquat paste: Ingredients: 500g loquat meat, 600g rock sugar

Method: Boil rock sugar in boiling water until it melts, then add loquat meat and continue boiling until it becomes a thick paste

Loquat Congee: raw materials: 250g loquat meat, 50g japonica rice, and some rock sugar

Preparation method: Boil rock sugar in water, then add clean japonica rice, cook until Congee is cooked, put in processed loquat meat, and cook for 10 minutes