Xiangshan pomfret (a specialty of Xiangshan, Zhejiang)

The basic introduction of Xiangshan pomfret

pomfret, also known as white pomfret, pomfret board, mirror fish, flat fish, and pomfret flat fish, belongs to the silver pomfret family and inhabits the middle and lower layers of the nearshore waters. It is mostly found in Xiangshan Port and Zhoushan Ocean and is also one of the specialties of Ningbo marine fishing

The pomfret is sweet, flat, and light in nature, rich in protein and other nutrients, and has the effects of nourishing qi, blood, tendons, and bones. Effective in treating digestive disorders, spleen deficiency diarrhea, anemia, and muscle and bone soreness

The pomfret is flattened and tall on its side, oval in shape, about 40 centimeters long, silver gray in color, with a small head, round snout, small mouth, and fine teeth. As an adult, its belly disappears and it feeds on crustaceans and other crustaceans. Its tail is shaped like a swallowtail

Qing scholar Pan Lang praised in his poem "Pomfret": "When the plums are sour, the wheat ears are new. After the plum fish comes, the dreams are ripe. The taste of the spring plate is always good, and when you laugh, why waste money on cakes and silver?"

The production method of Xiangshan pomfret

Pomfret is found all year round in the coastal waters of Ningbo, and it is more common after the beginning of summer every year. Due to its soft texture and delicious meat taste, it is highly favored by the elderly and children. There are various ways to eat pomfret, including steaming and braising. It can be eaten fresh or pickled. After drying the fresh fish in the sun, cut it into pieces, add the lees to the wine lees, and hide them in a jar, which is the famous "lees pomfret". After autumn, open the jar to eat, it has a unique aroma, the fish bones are crispy and smooth, and the taste is particularly good. It is a stir fried dish that can be served with wine and rice