Zhuxi Gongmi [Hubei Zhuxi Specialty]

What is Zhuxi Gongmi? Authentic Hubei Zhuxi specialty: Zhuxi Gongmi

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Basic Introduction to Zhuxi Gongmi

Zhuxi Gongmi is a specialty of Zhuxi County, Hubei Province. It was officially designated as "Gongmi" in the Tang Dynasty. The rice is white like jade, shaped like a shuttle, with large and long grains, bright color, crystal clear and full, and a milk like juice. It is fragrant, soft and delicious, and rich in trace elements such as calcium, iron, zinc, and selenium that the human body needs. In 2008, won the Gold Award for Agricultural Products at the 5th Wuhan Agricultural Expo in China

1. Sensory characteristics: The rice grains are slender, with a length to width ratio of ≥ 3.0, a chalky grain rate of ≤ 10.0%, less white belly, crystal clear and glossy; The aroma of cooked rice is strong, and cold rice does not come back to life

2. Physical and chemical indicators: protein 6.0 to 7.5%; Gel consistency ≥ 70mm, amylose content (dry basis) 15.0 to 20.0%

3. Safety requirements: The product safety indicators must meet the relevant national regulations for similar products

Zhuxi rice was designated as "tribute rice" by the imperial court since Emperor Zhongzong of Tang, Li Xian, became emperor

Awards and honors for Zhuxi Gongmi

In 2008, it won the Gold Award for Agricultural Products at the 5th Wuhan Agricultural Expo in China