Raw Fish Slices in Vinegar

In the Chao Shui Township of Lengshuitan District and Da Zhongqiao Town of Qiyang, guests are often treated to raw fish slices in vinegar. Fresh grass carp weighing over three to four pounds are selected, their scales scraped off, then gutted and split open. The head, tail, and fins are set aside for other uses, while the bones and spines are carefully removed. The fish meat is sliced thinly and rinsed repeatedly in spring water until it becomes as white as jade. It is then mixed with seasonings such as rice vinegar...

　　Raw Fish Slices in Vinegar

　　In the Chao Shui Township of Lengshuitan District and Da Zhongqiao Town of Qiyang, guests are often treated to raw fish slices in vinegar. Fresh grass carp weighing over three to four pounds are selected, their scales scraped off, then gutted and split open. The head, tail, and fins are set aside for other uses, while the bones and spines are carefully removed. The fish meat is sliced thinly and rinsed repeatedly in spring water until it becomes as white as jade. It is then mixed with seasonings such as rice vinegar, shredded ginger, mashed garlic, fine salt, and chili ash. Roasted and fragrant ground soybeans are added and mixed evenly before serving. The dish is delicious and has a unique flavor.