Shaoxing cooking wine is a traditional alcoholic beverage produced in the Shaoxing region of China. It is a type of yellow wine made from high-quality glutinous rice and sorghum through fermentation and distillation processes. Shaoxing cooking wine has a rich aroma and unique taste, and is widely used in cooking and seasoning.
Shaoxing cooking wine is widely used in Chinese cuisine, commonly used in cooking processes such as stewing, boiling, and pickling, which can enhance the aroma and taste of food. It is also often used to make various sauces and dips, such as Braised pork belly in brown sauce, pickled duck, onion, ginger and garlic dips.
Shaoxing cooking wine also has some medicinal value, which is believed to have the effects of promoting blood circulation, removing blood stasis, refreshing the mind, strengthening the stomach, and reducing digestion. In traditional Chinese medicine, Shaoxing cooking wine is also used as a medicinal herb.
Overall, Shaoxing cooking wine is a t…