Hechuan peach slices
Hechuan peach slices are rare sweet spots in Chongqing, the slices are thin and white, the appearance is similar to the cloud cake in the south of the Yangtze River, because the middle is inlaid with walnut kernels, so it is named.
Hechuan peaches are made of glutinous rice, which can be torn into thin slices, rolled and wrapped without rotten, and the high-quality peach slices are white and sweet, and they are not hard for a long time. In addition to the traditional version, there are 7 series of peach slices: salt and pepper, Bazhen, red bean, black rice, black sesame seeds, and mung beans, followed by trendy flavors such as rose. However, no matter what condiments are used, the rich aroma of walnut kernels is highlighted, and the base of the traditional taste remains unchanged.
Peach slices have less moisture and are easy to store and carry. For modern people, its texture is dry, the taste is not outstanding, and some diners even find it extremely unpalatable, which may be an inferior product with a "stiff" texture. When buying Hechuan peach slices, you must pick the right brand, and try to buy hand-bagged ones, and their quality is mixed.
At present, Hechuan has nearly 30 peach slice production plants such as Sanminzhai, Chuanzhou, Tongdefu and Sanjiang, among which the quality of Chuanzhou peach slices and Sanminzhai is the best. In addition, Sanminzhai also launched a low-sugar handmade series, which is more popular with young people, and the price is about 20 yuan a bag.
Place of purchase: Sanminzhai store, specialty supermarket, e-commerce channel
