Dried fish is a traditional Chinese specialty snack, which is made from fish as raw material through pickling, drying and other processes. It is one of the traditional Chinese dry foods and an important part of the Chinese table. Dried fish has a unique texture, delicious taste and rich nutrition, and is deeply loved by consumers.

How to make dried fish

The method of making dried fish is relatively simple, but it requires certain skills and patience. The following is how to make dried fish:

1. Selection of materials: Choose fresh fish, such as crucian carp, carp, bream, etc., remove the scales and internal organs, wash and set aside.

2. Slice: Cut the fish into thin slices of about 1 cm, evenly sized.

3. Marinate: Put the fish fillets in a basin, add salt, monosodium glutamate, white pepper, cooking wine and other seasonings, stir evenly, and marinate for 2-3 hours.

4. Dry: Place the marinated fish fillets in a ventilated and dry place to dry. The time will depend on the weather conditions. It usually takes 2-3 days to dry.

5. Drying: Place the dried fish fillets in the oven and bake for 1-2 hours. The temperature is controlled between 60-80 degrees until the fish fillets are dry.

6. Bagging: Put the dried fish fillets into a sealed bag and store in the refrigerator.

How to eat dried fish

Dried fish is a very portable snack that can be eaten as a snack at any time. At the same time, dried fish can also be used to cook various delicacies, such as dried fish fried rice, dried fish soup, dried fish stewed with tofu, etc. Here's how to eat dried fish:

1. Eat it directly: Take out the dried fish, tear it into small pieces, and eat it directly. The texture is crispy and delicious.

2. Grill: Place the dried fish on the grill and bake for 5-10 minutes. The taste is crispier.

3. Stir-fry: Cut the dried fish into small pieces, add to the stir-fry, and stir-fry evenly. Increase the taste and nutritional value of dishes.