Acorns are hard-shelled and brownish-red in appearance, with an inner kernel like a peanut kernel and a starch content of about 60%. However, because acorns contain a large amount of tannins, they will have a distinct bitterness if eaten directly without processing. In the 1990s, Wuning Lixi Town Dahui (Green Field) Food Co., Ltd. successfully removed tannins (bitterness) from acorn powder through technical research, and developed acorn vermicelli made from wild acorns. series of products and obtained national food invention patents.
Acorn vermicelli is rich in flavonoids, calcium, iron, zinc and other nutrients, and has medicinal and health-care functions for the human body. "Chinese Pharmacopoeia" records: Powdered from acorns can strengthen people, astringe the intestines and solidify prolapse, and can cure diarrhea, anal prolapse, and hemorrhoids. Acorn vermicelli can be boiled, fried, or served cold. It has a smooth texture and delicious taste.
Information source: Wuning County Party Committee and County Government Portal