Chaigoubao
Time-Honored BrandChaigoubao · Hebei · Founded
Chaigoubao smoked meat, a century-old delicacy from Huai'an County, Hebei Province, is crafted through a time-honored technique of boiling then smoking with cypress wood. Known for its tender skin, succulent meat, and rich aroma, it has been a beloved taste of northern China since the Qing Dynasty.
Brand Story
Chaigoubao smoked meat originates from Chaigoubao Town, Huai'an County, Hebei Province, with a history dating back to the Qianlong era of the Qing Dynasty (c. 1736–1795). Legend has it that a local chef surnamed Guo accidentally smoked his braised meat with cypress shavings, discovering a vibrant red color and unique fragrance. He refined the method, creating the distinctive 'boil-then-smoke' process. By the late Qing and early Republic periods, Chaigoubao smoked meat had become a renowned delicacy in the Zhangjiakou area, especially the version made by Guo Xi, prized for its purple-red hue, tender skin, and perfectly balanced fat and lean. Located on a key trade route beyond the Great Wall, Chaigoubao's smoked meat was easy to carry and preserve, making it a staple for traveling merchants and camel caravans, and spreading its fame to Beijing, Tianjin, and Inner Mongolia. The craft has been passed down through generations, still using traditional cypress smoking, embodying the simplicity and wisdom of northern folk cuisine.
“Chaigoubao Smoked Meat: A Century-Old Taste”
Signature Products
Made from pork belly, braised in aged marinade and smoked with cypress wood. Tender skin, succulent meat, bright red color, and rich smoky aroma. (Approx. 50-80 RMB/jin)
Fresh pig trotters, braised and then smoked. Rich in collagen, chewy texture, and infused with smoky flavor. (Approx. 30-50 RMB/piece)
Whole chicken braised and smoked. Firm meat, golden skin, and a unique smoky taste. (Approx. 40-60 RMB/piece)
Stores & Addresses
Located in: Hebei（河北）
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Cultural Note
The craft of Chaigoubao smoked meat emphasizes 'fine ingredients, complete spices, precise heat, and skillful smoking,' using cypress shavings to impart a distinctive fragrance. Combining braising and smoking, it achieves excellence in color, aroma, taste, and form, representing a quintessential northern folk meat-processing technique that reflects local ingenuity and a pursuit of flavor.
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What is a "China Time-Honored Brand" (中华老字号)?
A China Time-Honored Brand is a designation by China’s Ministry of Commerce for brands with a long history that inherit products, craftsmanship or services across generations and have operated continuously to the present.
When was Chaigoubao founded?
Chaigoubao was founded in null, originating in Hebei, Hebei, primarily in the Food & Beverage field.
What is the signature product of Chaigoubao?
Its signature product is Chaigoubao Smoked Pork Belly. See the "Signature / Buy Online" section on this page for more products and shopping links.
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