Comprehensive list of Chaohu specialties

Chaohu is one of the five largest freshwater lakes in my country. With its unique natural environment and geographical location, Chaohu has given birth to many unique Chaohu specialties. The following is a detailed introduction to the specialties of Chaohu.

Anchovy

The anchovy in Chaohu Lake is very popular because of its delicious meat. Anchovy is known as "the best fish in the world" and is very famous. It is one of the unique traditional dishes of Chaohu. "Lightning shad" is particularly famous. The annual output is very small and its price is relatively expensive. There are also varieties such as "Songxi Silver Carp" and "Fuliang Carp". Popular shad brands on the market include "Yangtze River No. 1", "Chaohu Lake Carp", etc.

Grass carp

The famous grass carp in Chaohu include "Chaohu Big Grass Carp" and "Pipa Grass Carp". Grass carp has a small mouth and is a difficult fish to feed. The large grass carp and Pipa grass carp in Chaohu have high nutritional content and taste, and have become well-known specialties.

River mussels

Chaohu’s mussels are also a unique specialty of Chaohu. They grow in the Yangtze River, Huaihe River and Chaohu. The mussels grown in Chaohu have the tenderest meat. , the most delicious. The river mussels in Chaohu are known as the "Chaohu money mussels". These mussels have thick shells and are grayish-yellow with black in color. They are a unique ingredient in Chaohu.

Wild reed fish

Wild reed fish grows in water systems such as Chaohu, Yangtze River, Huaihe River, Yellow River and Taihu Lake. It is loved by consumers because of its delicious meat. Luhua fish is small in size, has thin skin and tender meat, and has a strong flavor. It is suitable for different cooking methods such as porridge, steaming, and braised.

Pufferfish

The pufferfish in Chaohu Lake is a delicious freshwater fish. Due to its deadly toxin, the pufferfish farming in Chaohu Lake requires special technology and equipment, so the pufferfish in Chaohu Lake is more precious. The pufferfish in Chaohu Lake is medium in size, bright in color and tender in texture, and is known as the "King of Fish in the South of the Yangtze River". Its preparation method is also relatively unique. For example, Chongqing hot pot can add puffer fish slices.

Summary

Chaohu has many specialties. The above are only some of them. There are also other delicacies such as cauliflower and Yangtze River soft-shelled turtle. The breeding and maintenance of Chaohu's specialty products requires high technology and equipment, and the delicious taste of Chaohu's specialties is also nationwide. If you have the opportunity, you must come to Chaohu to taste the local specialties.