In February, everything recovers, and spring is bright. And on the second day of the second month of the lunar calendar, it is also known as "".The dragon raised its headIt has become a folk in our countryTraditional festivalsOne. This day is seen as an important juncture, symbolizing the official arrival of spring and also heralding the cultivation of farmland will be in full swing. And in order to celebrate this special day, people have created a variety of "dragons" related to itFolkloreThe most important of these activities is the food of the "dragon".Culture
The dragon raised its headThe name "originated in ancient times".AstronomyThe ancients divided the astrological signs into 28 Nakshatras, and divided them into four groups according to the southeast, northwest, and northwest directions, which were called the "four elephants". Among them, the seven houses in the east, namely "horn, kang, di, fang, heart, tail, and kei", form a dragon-shaped astrological sign, which is called the eastern dragon. On the second day of February, the star Pleiades rises over the eastern horizon, and the dragon seems to have lifted its horns and dragon's head, hence its name."The dragon raised its head”。This day marks the end of winter and the beginning of spring, when the sun gradually rises and the rain increases, making it a good time to cultivate the fields.
In order to welcome the arrival of spring, people will".The dragon raised its head"This special day is related toFood culturecombined. On this day, people will choose to eat food related to "dragons" to imply eating dragon food and getting dragon qi in order to attract fortune and blessings. For example, there is a saying in the north: "February 2."The dragon raised its head, every household eats pig's head. "In many places in the north, in addition to eating dumplingsSpring cakesOutside, I will buy itPork headto make a delicious meal. Pork headIt is regarded as a "dragon head", which means that it can bring good luck and wealth. Therefore, eatPork headIt has become one of the traditional customs of February 2nd.
A dish of soybean sprouts stir-friedPork headThe practice is suitable for this special day. First of all, place the marinatedPork headCut into slices, wash the soybean sprouts, wash the garlic sprouts and cut them into long sections. Prepare minced garlicFinely chopped green onionsand dried chili peppers asSeasoning。Next, pour an appropriate amount of oil into the wok and heat it until it is 50% hotFinely chopped green onions, minced garlic and dried chili peppers stir-fry until fragrant. Then cut it offPork headPour into the pan and stir-fry evenly until the surface is oily and shiny. Then pour the soybean sprouts into the pot and stir-fry, add an appropriate amount of light soy sauce, oyster sauce and a little dark soy sauce, add a little water, cover the pot and simmer for a while. Finally, add the garlic sprouts, sprinkle a little salt and chicken essence, stir-fry until the garlic sprouts are broken, then turn off the heat and put them on a plate. This dish has good color and aroma, and the soybean sprouts are fresh and tenderPork headThe mellow aroma is perfectly blended, which makes people appetite.
Stir-fry in making soybean sproutsPork headThere are a few points to note in the process. First of all, it's best to take a bite before you start cookingPork headThe saltiness is different, as it isPork headThe saltiness of the lo-mei may vary. IfPork headSince it is salty, it is necessary to reduce the use of seasonings such as light soy sauce, oyster sauce or no more salt during the stir-frying process. Secondly, some people may choose to blanch the soybean sprouts beforehand to ensure a better flavor when stir-fried. But in reality, soybean sprouts are easy to sauté, and it only takes five or six minutes to fully cook. Over-blanching soybean sprouts will cause the texture to become soft and no longer retain their original crisp and tender texture.
In short, February 2The dragon raised its headofFolkloreActivities & FoodCultureThe combination of China is fully demonstratedCulturestrong folk traditions and wisdom. By eating the "dragon head".Pork head, implying that in the new year to be able to attract wealth and treasure, auspicious wishes. And soybean sprouts are friedPork headAs a presentation of this tradition, it is not only delicious, but also enjoyableGastronomyAt the same time, feel the strong festive atmosphere.
In my personal opinion,The dragon raised its headThisTraditional festivalsVery meaningful. It not only carries forward the Chinese traditionCultureIt also makes people feel the hope and joy of spring. People in an agrarian society pinned their hopes on the good weather and good harvest of their farmlandThe dragon raised its headOn this day, hope for good luck and prosperity in the new year. WhileThe dragon raised its headThe rising yang energy and the arrival of spring also make people feel the breath of vitality. By eating "dragon head" food, people believe that they can welcome the new year and work hard to achieve their dreams and goals.
As people often say, "Eat at four o'clock, taste at the season". With the help of the combination of food and festivals, it is not only able to cultivate peopleCultureAwareness and awareness of traditional customs can also be felt from the foodlifeof beauty and happiness. And soybean sprouts are friedPork headAsThe dragon raised its headtraditionsGastronomyOne of them is not only excellent in taste, but also allows people to taste Chinese traditionCultureunique charm. Believe through thisTraditional festivalsand traditionGastronomyThe experience will make people interested in ChinaCultureHaving a deeper understanding and recognition can also deepen people's thinking and inheritance of traditional values.
The dragon raised its headThis festival is not only people's spiritual sustenance, but also ChinaCultureimportant components. By reliving and celebrating thisTraditional festivals, people will be re-aware of where they areCultureenvironment, feel the traditionCultureThe wisdom and strength that is given. Therefore, let us inherit and promote this important thing with respect and loveTraditional festivals, will be ChineseCultureThe tradition continues to flourish. Whether it's in the preparation of food, or in the celebration of a holiday, we should all be rightCultureConduct in-depth understanding and excavation to maintainCultureheritage and innovation. Through such efforts, we can better inherit and develop the excellent traditions of the Chinese nationCultureLet more people feel ChinaCultureThe breadth and profundity of the In the days to come, I hope you can pay more attention and participateTraditional festivalswithGastronomyCultureIn the celebration and research, we will jointly inherit and promote ChinaCultureof gems.