Jinxia Squid

Jinxia Squid

　　"Jinxia Squid" — Jinxia is located along the southern coast of Lufeng and is primarily a fishing town. The squid here is of moderate size, processed and sun-dried promptly, resulting in a tender and fresh texture with less fishy odor compared to squid from other regions. It boasts a delicious taste and is highly nutritious.

　　Cause of origin: Jinxia is situated in Jieshi Bay, which has a large expanse, gentle waves, and moderately salty seawater. In addition, numerous rivers and streams such as the Luoriver and the Bawanriver flow into the bay, bringing abundant plankton. The bay is also rich in small fish, shrimp, and shellfish, providing ample food for live squid. As a result, the live squid here are not only highly productive but also grow quickly, yielding particularly tender and flavorful meat with higher protein content than similar products from other areas. After processing and sun-drying, the squid takes on a light pink hue and is considered a delicacy among seafood. Characteristics: Crispy texture, aromatic flavor, and fresh taste. (Shanwei)

　　Lufeng’s specialty, Jinxia Squid, benefits from Jieshi Bay’s expansive waters, gentle waves, and balanced salinity. Fed by rivers like the Luoriver and the Bawanriver, the bay teems with plankton. Its abundance of small fish, shrimp, and shellfish provides rich nourishment for live squid. This leads to fast growth and high yields, resulting in exceptionally tender and flavorful squid meat that’s crispy, fragrant, and fresh. The squid also contains higher protein levels than similar products elsewhere. Once processed and sun-dried, the squid takes on a light pink color and becomes a true seafood delicacy.

　　Squid is highly nutritious, containing: 1. Rich calcium, phosphorus, and iron, which aid bone development and blood production, and can effectively treat anemia; 2. Abundant protein and essential amino acids, along with high levels of taurine, which helps lower blood cholesterol, relieve fatigue, restore vision, and improve liver function; 3. Peptides and selenium that offer anti-aging and anti-radiation benefits.