Tangyuan 1
Eating glutinous rice balls in winter is considered as one of the traditional foods. Tangyuan is made of glutinous rice and covered with various fillings, such as red beans, black sesame seeds and peanut butter. Usually eaten in the form of hot soup, it represents reunion and family warmth.
2. jiaozi
On the solstice of winter, people in some areas choose to eat jiaozi. This is because jiaozi looks like an ingot, symbolizing wealth. In addition, there are many kinds of fillings in jiaozi, so you can choose different ingredients according to your personal taste. Usually, fillings in jiaozi include pork, leeks, shrimps and so on.
3. Healthy porridge
On the solstice of winter, some people like to cook some special health porridge to celebrate. These health porridge are usually composed of a variety of cereals and beans, such as red beans, black rice, glutinous rice, barley and so on.
4. Dried fruits and nuts
On the solstice of winter, some people also like to eat some dried fruits and nuts. All kinds of dried fruits and nuts, such as walnuts, almonds, raisins, cashews, etc.
5. Mutton
In some areas, people think that eating mutton on the solstice in winter can keep warm. Mutton is rich in protein, B vitamins and minerals, such as iron, zinc and selenium.