Bamboo fish is a traditional Chinese fish delicacy and one of the specialties in the Jiangnan region. Bamboo fish is loved by people for its delicious meat and rich nutrition. Its unique taste is unforgettable. The origin of bamboo fish can be traced back to ancient times. It is said that it was invented by a famous person in the Northern and Southern Dynasties. He discovered that raising fish in bamboo can make the fish meat more delicious, so the current bamboo fish was born.

Purchasing bamboo fish

When choosing bamboo fish, you should first look at the appearance of the fish. The skin of the fish should be smooth and have no wounds or damage. Secondly, look at the fish’s eyes. The eyes should be clear and bright, not turbid or black. Finally, look at the fish's scales. The scales should fit tightly and not fall off or become loose.

Preparation of bamboo fish

1. Preparation materials: bamboo fish, ginger slices, green onions, cooking wine, salt, chicken essence, light soy sauce, sugar, water starch.

2. Wash the bamboo fish, remove the internal organs and scales, and cut into small pieces for later use.

3. Heat a pan with cold oil, add ginger slices and green onions and stir-fry until fragrant, add cooking wine and bring to a boil.

4. Put the bamboo fish pieces into the pot, add an appropriate amount of water, cover and cook for about 10 minutes.

5. Then add salt, chicken essence, light soy sauce, and sugar to taste, and cook until the soup is thick.

6. Finally, thicken with water starch.

The nutritional value of bamboo fish

Bamboo fish is a nutritious food that is rich in protein, vitamins and minerals. The protein content in bamboo fish is high, which can help the human body maintain normal physiological functions. In addition, bamboo fish is also rich in unsaturated fatty acids, which can lower blood lipids and prevent cardiovascular diseases.

Taboos on eating bamboo fish

Although bamboo fish is rich in nutrients, there are also some taboos that need to be paid attention to. First of all, bamboo fish should not be eaten with tofu, peanuts and other foods, as it can easily cause indigestion. Secondly, bamboo fish should not be eaten with acidic foods as it can easily destroy the nutrients. Finally, bamboo fish is not suitable for pregnant women and children, because bamboo fish contains a certain amount of mercury, and excessive consumption may have an impact on health.

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