I believe everyone knows that grass carp is the top of the food of birds and beasts!Many people love its delicious taste and rich nutrient content. However, when buying grass carp, there are always some friends who will encounter such a problem: should I choose a grass carp with a slightly larger belly or a slightly thin belly?
In fact, the answer to this question is directly related to the taste and nutritional value of the dishes you cook!Next, let's take you through an in-depth analysis
The so-called "big belly" and "small belly" of grass carp are actually to describe the size of their abdomen. In general, the "big-bellied" grass carp is the kind of grass carp with a fater bellyOn the other hand, a grass carp with a "small belly" refers to a grass carp with a relatively slender belly. The main differences between these two types of grass carp are the growth stage they are at and the amount of food they eat.
Generally speaking, the "big-bellied" grass carp is in its peak state and has a wide belly, which is mainly due to the fact that the grass carp at this stage needs a lot of energy to maintain life activities, so they will constantly look for food to satisfy their appetite, so the abdomen stores a lot of oil. This kind of grass carp is particularly delicious, tender and nutritious, so it is loved by many diners.
As for the "small-bellied" grass carp, they are in the growth stage, and the abdomen is relatively narrow, mainly because the grass carp at this time needs sufficient nutrients to help them grow, so they will forage frequently. Unfortunately, most of the food that comes from eating is used to promote physical development, rather than being stored as fat. This kind of grass carp has a firmer flesh, a delicious taste, and a nutritional content that cannot be ignored.
So how exactly should you choose?It depends on your personal preferences and cooking needs. If you prefer a delicate and delicious grass carp, then the "big belly" grass carp with a fat belly is definitely the best choice for you If you prefer a delicate, fresh and delicious grass carp, then the "small belly" grass carp may be able to meet your taste needs.
Here I would like to share with you a few cooking suggestions for grass carp: First of all, the recipe of [Fried Grass Carp], the production process is also very simple:
Ingredients: 1 fresh grass carp, minced ginger, chopped green onion, cooking wine, salt, appropriate amount of monosodium glutamate, a little pepper, 2 eggs, appropriate amount of flour and cornstarch mixture.
Specific steps] 1] Cut the grass carp into pieces of appropriate size, and then add an appropriate amount of minced ginger, chopped green onion, cooking wine, salt, monosodium glutamate and pepper to marinate according to each person's taste, and the time should be at least half an hour.
2] Next, beat the prepared 2 eggs, then mix them with an appropriate amount of flour and cornstarch until they are similar to yogurt, and then put the marinated grass carp pieces in them and mix well (please note that after the marinating, remove the ginger and garlic and other seasonings).
February**Dynamic Incentive Plan [3] Heat the pot until it is three minutes hot, pour in enough cooking oil, and after the oil temperature rises slightly, put the mixed grass carp pieces into the fry until golden brown. Observe the frying time, wait until the color is roughly golden brown, take it out, cool for a while, then heat the oil again and pour the grass carp pieces back into the pan to fry again. (Tips: This operation can make the grass carp crispy on the outside and tender on the inside.) ）
Finally, don't forget to make the sauce with minced garlic, soy sauce and sugar, and sprinkle a little chili pepper to add flavor.
Whether you choose a "big-bellied" grass carp or a "small-bellied" grass carp, the most important thing is to consider your own cooking needs and taste preferences. Only by clearly understanding the difference between the two can you make the most suitable choice for you, so that you will not be deceived when buying grass carp. I hope the above explanation can be helpful to you in buying fish and dishes, and make your cooking life smoother and better.