Mekong fish, also known as mangrove fish, has the characteristics of fresh meat, scale-less body, large individuals, delicious flavor and smooth texture. The fish meat has a delicate texture and not too many spines, making it extraordinarily flavorful to eat. Mekong fish is relatively cheap and cost-effective.

Qingjiang fish refers to the fish produced in the Qingjiang reservoir area of Hubei Province, known as the "province of a thousand lakes" in Hubei, the best aquatic products. The meat of Qingjiang fish is tender and flavorful, rich in nutrients, such as protein, fat, carbohydrates, calcium, phosphorus, niacin, vitamins and other nutrients.