What are the specialties of Nantong, Jiangsu?

Recommended specialties of Nantong, Jiangsu:

1. Oil dumplings: In the early years, when food was scarce, oil dumplings made of flour (called "oil noodles" in some places in Nantong) were added. Top it with brown sugar, soak it in boiling water and eat it as a nourishing food for pregnant women. This old custom is still followed in many places in Nantong.

2. Rugao sausage: Rugao sausage, also known as "Ru-style" sausage, has a long history and is one of the nationally famous sausage varieties. It is comparable to "Cantonese-style" sausage and is called "Ru-style" sausage. Rugao intestines have the characteristics of neat layers, tight meat, appropriate proportion of fat and thin, dry and firm.

3. Zhengchang smoked cake: Zhengchang smoked cake is a famous traditional pastry product of the Han nationality in Nantong City, Jiangsu Province. It is produced in Zhengchang Town, Tongzhou District and has a history of nearly 500 years.

4. Lvsi jellyfish: Lvsi jellyfish is a specialty aquatic product of Jiangsu. It is abundant along the coast of Lvsi in Qidong. Its body is hemispherical blue and translucent. Known for its high quality and fine processing, it is one of the "Eight Treasures of Seafood" in my country. The jellyfish marinade prepared with white wine, coriander and pepper is crisp, tender, transparent and refreshing.

5. Baipu dried tea: Baipu "Sanxiangzhai" dried tea (referred to as Baipu dried tea) has a history of more than 300 years and is a well-known traditional local specialty in Rugao. "Bai Pu Dried Tea" is made from high-quality soybeans and a variety of spices.