The most famous Sichuan bean paste is Pixian bean paste.

Pixian watercress is a specialty of Pidu District, Chengdu (formerly known as Pixian County) and a geographical indication product of China.

Pixian watercress is one of the top seasonings in China. It is unique in material selection and technology. Without any spices, it has mellow fragrance and oily color. To achieve the standard of good color, fragrance and taste, it depends on fine processing technology and excellent raw materials.

Pixian watercress has the characteristics of strong spicy taste, bright red oil, large Chili pieces and sweet aftertaste. It is a common seasoning in Sichuan cuisine recipes and is known as the "soul of Sichuan cuisine". Its production skills were included in the second batch of national intangible cultural heritage list.