Jiayu Fish Balls

Jiayu Fish Balls

Jiayu Fish Balls are a protected geographical indication product.

　　Jiayu Fish Balls are a specialty of Jiayu County, Xianning City, Hubei Province. Known for their snow-white color, delicate texture, and deliciously smooth and tender taste, Jiayu Fish Balls are highly favored by customers. These small fish balls have become a traditional and distinctive local food.

　　Jiayu is situated along the Yangtze River and has numerous inland lakes, offering rich water resources. Historically known for its abundance of fresh fish, the area’s unique geographical environment and the use of live river fish give “Jiayu Fish Balls” their exceptionally delicious flavor, setting them apart with a distinctive taste throughout the southern Yangtze region.

　　Jiayu Fish Balls originated in Paizhouwan. It is a delicious type of fish ball. While the mighty Yangtze River flows eastward, it takes a unique turn to flow westward at Paizhouwan in Jiayu County—hence the fish here are particularly fresh, and the resulting fish balls are truly one of a kind. The production of these fish balls is highly meticulous. The fish must first be skinned and deboned, then only the white, tender meat is selected; premium fatty pork is used; only the egg whites are utilized; only the white parts of the scallions are chosen; and a double-steaming method is applied. For the best flavor, dip them directly in aged vinegar, making them an excellent choice for hot pot. They can also be sliced thinly and added to noodle soups or other broths, delivering exceptional taste. Jiayu Fish Balls have won awards such as the Best-Selling Product Prize at the Hubei Agricultural Expo, and have been recognized multiple times by the Provincial Consumer Council as consumer-satisfying products. The “Paizhouwan” brand has even been designated as a Famous Trademark of Hubei Province by the Provincial Administration for Industry and Commerce. Today, Jiayu Fish Balls are sold both domestically and internationally.

　　The production area of Jiayu Fish Balls includes the administrative regions of eight towns in Jiayu County, Hubei Province: Yuyue Town, Luxi Town, GaoTieling Town, Guanqiao Town, Xinjie Town, Panjiawan Town, Dupu Town, and Paizhouwan Town.