1, West Lake Vinegar Fish is made with eel as the main raw material, usually choosing the larger eel to make. Eel is a freshwater fish, rich in protein and vitamins, and has a rich flavor. Sweet and sour carp is made with grass carp (a freshwater fish) as the main ingredient, and larger carp are usually chosen.
2. West Lake Vinegar Fish is cut in the shape of a lake, and the fish is cut into very small pieces, then fried in oil until crispy, and then stir-fried with the sauce. The whole dish is characterized by its golden color and crispy taste. Sweet and sour carp is usually served whole, cut into slices, coated with a starch paste, shallow-fried, seasoned with a sweet and sour sweet and sour sauce, and garnished with green onions, ginger, and shredded carrots. The whole dish is characterized by its reddish color, sweet and sour taste.