Hai'an is a county-level city in southern Jiangsu Province, located in the northern part of Jiangsu's coastal economic belt.

It has a unique geographical location, rich natural resources, and delicious snacks.

Let’s try some of Hai’an’s delicious dishes.

The first dish is Hai’an’s famous local dish—bonito.

Bonito refers to fish sauce made from fermented yellow croaker and has a strong fishy flavor.

It is said that eating dried wood fish can beautify the skin and nourish the body.

Hai'an's bonito is more particular in its production. It uses the head, tail, and bone parts of yellow croaker, as well as soil, rice husks, firewood, and a small amount of water. It can be sold after several days of fermentation.

The quality of bonito is related to the production method and marinating time. Good bonito is red in color and has a delicate taste.

The second dish is Hai’an’s representative delicacy—hairy crabs.

As a classic specialty snack, hairy crabs are not only popular in Jiangsu, but also spread across the country, becoming Haian’s business card.

Hairy crabs have a delicious taste, with delicate meat and rich juice.

Crab has a bright yellow color and a sweet fragrance.

To taste hairy crabs, you need to master the skills of opening the paste. With the ingredients such as a small dish of vinegar, minced ginger, and peppercorns, it will leave a fragrant taste in your mouth.

The third dish is Banghetang Bullfrog.

Banghetang is a famous scenic spot in Haian City. Due to the developed local river network and rich aquatic products, Banghetang’s various river seafood dishes are also very popular.

Banghetang bullfrog is one of the delicacies. The bullfrog meat is delicious, crisp and refreshing, elastic and has high nutritional value.

The bullfrogs in Banghetang are particularly outstanding. Fresh bullfrogs have obvious advantages in terms of "organic, natural and delicious meat".

Don’t forget to fry the meat and bones separately. This is the authentic Banghetang bullfrog.