A prized carp with golden scales, red tail-fin, and plump body, taken from the Yellow River. Its flesh is firm, white, and sweet, with relatively few muddy off-notes.
Where it comes from
A renowned freshwater fish of the Yellow River, especially associated with Henan in central China.
In the kitchen
The classic fish for carp with crisp fried noodles, deep-fried then sauced sweet-and-sour.
Nutrition (per 100g)
~110kcalCal
~18.0gProtein
~4.0gFat
~0.0gCarbs
~0.0gFiber
AI-estimated; model and run unavailable.
