Yusheng in Chaoshan dialect refers to Yusheng _, a traditional Hakka snack. Fish raw _ is made of smelly fish as the main raw material, plus bean sprouts, vermicelli, peanuts, fried dough sticks and other materials. Raw fish is one of the most popular foods in Chaoshan area, with its rich aroma and delicious taste. There is another nickname for raw fish called "smelly _". Don't miss this delicious food because of its name.
Besides raw fish _, raw fish has another meaning in Chaoshan dialect. In Chaoshan area, many people will eat raw fish during the Spring Festival, which means "more than one year". The pronunciation of fish in Shantou dialect is similar to that of "Yu", so it is regarded as a symbol of good luck. Raw fish is usually made of sashimi, onion, ginger, soy sauce, peanut oil and other materials by stirring. It has a smooth taste and is very suitable for Chinese New Year.
There is another meaning of "raw fish", which is "the punch line of raw fish" in Shantou dialect. Many Shantou people are very fond of telling fish-born quips, which often tell common social problems or moral stories in humorous language, which can not only entertain people, but also gain some lessons. Some witty remarks about fish will be passed down and become classic jokes. If you chat with Shantou people, you might as well listen to their witty remarks about fish and feel their attitude and wisdom towards life.