Mullet

Mullet

　　Commonly known as "blackhead mullet," it lives in shallow river waters, resembling a carp in shape with a round body, flat head, and soft bones. It is highly nutritious. There's a folk saying, "Cold mullet, warm perch," which means mullet is fat and flavorful in winter but becomes lean and tasteless after the season. The *Compendium of Materia Medica* records: "Mullet meat is sweet, mild, and non-toxic, primarily used to stimulate appetite and benefit the five internal organs, and is compatible with all medicines." (Panyu)