Yinchuan Carp [Specialty of Yinchuan, Ningxia]

What is Yinchuan carp? Authentic specialty of Yinchuan, Ningxia: Yinchuan carp

Summary:Do you want to know what Yinchuan carp is? This article is a detailed introduction to the specialty of Yinchuan, Ningxia - Yinchuan carp. It was compiled and edited by the editorial team of China Specialty Network after reviewing and collecting relevant information on Yinchuan carp. The full text takes about 4 minutes to read, mainly including the basic introduction of Yinchuan carp

Basic Introduction of Yinchuan Carp

Ningxia has a long history of freshwater fish farming. The Yinchuan Plain has a flat and open terrain, fertile land, crisscrossing ditches, abundant water resources, sufficient sunshine, abundant heat, and superior natural conditions. The aquatic plants in the water area are lush, and the bait organisms are abundant, providing excellent conditions for the development of aquaculture and providing unique conditions for the reproduction and growth of Yinchuan carp. Therefore, the carp meat in this area is fresh and delicious, with delicate and elastic texture, no fishy smell, and a good taste. At the same time, the nutritional value of carp is mainly reflected in the following aspects: firstly, the protein content of carp is not only high, but also of high quality, with a human digestion and absorption rate of up to 96%. Secondly, the fat of carp is mostly unsaturated fatty acids, which can lower cholesterol and prevent arteriosclerosis and coronary heart disease. Thirdly, for every 100 grams of carp, there are 17.6 grams of protein, 4.1 grams of fat, 25 micrograms of vitamin A, 0.09 grams of riboflavin, 2.7 milligrams of niacin, 1.27 milligrams of total vitamin E, 334 milligrams of potassium, 33 milligrams of magnesium, 2.08 milligrams of zinc, and 15.38 milligrams of selenium

Geographical scope

Yinchuan carp are mainly distributed in 27 townships and some farms (management committees) in six counties (cities) in Yinchuan administrative region of Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, including: Zhangzheng Town, Daxin Town, Tonggui Township, Yueyahu Township, Liangtian Town, Fengdeng Town, Xingjing Town, Zhenbeibao Town, Xigang Town, Jingui Town, Ligang Town, Hongguang Town, Changxin Township, Nanliangtaizi Management Committee, Jingxing Farm, Yanghe Town, Lijun Town, Wangyuan Town, Wanghong Town, Minning Town, Shengli Township, Dongta Town, Hao Jiaqiao Town, Chongxing Town, Ningdong Town, Majiatan Town, Linhe Town, wutong Tree Township and Baitugang Township. Yinchuan City is located in the middle of the Ningxia Plain in the upper reaches of the Yellow River, bordering Yanchi County to the east; Located west of Helan Mountain and adjacent to Alxa League in Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region; Connected to Tongxin County, Litong District of Wuzhong City, and Qingtongxia City in the south; Located north of Pingluo County and adjacent to Etuoke Banner in Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region (bounded by the Ming Great Wall). Located between longitude 105 ° 49 ′ -106 ° 53 ′ E and latitude 37 ° 29 ′ -38 ° 53 ′ N, with a total area of 9491.0 square kilometers. All ponds, lakes, and wetlands within its geographical area are used to cultivate Yinchuan carp, with a total area of 8580 hectares and a yield of 2900 tons