Demoli Stewed Fish

Demoli Stewed Fish

　　“Demoli Stewed Fish” has a history of over a hundred years. The term “Demoli” is a transliteration from the Russian language, referring to Demoli Village in Yi’antong Township, Fangzheng County, Heilongjiang Province. As the village is located north of the Songhua River, its residents have traditionally made a living primarily through fishing. In the early 1980s, a couple in the village opened a small roadside restaurant to serve travelers taking a break. They stewed locally caught live carp together with tofu, wide rice noodles, creating a delicious flavor that was greatly appreciated by passersby. Over time, more and more people came to try it, and the business flourished. From the 1990s onward, it began to gain fame throughout the province. “Demoli” has since become a nationally renowned trademark.

　　Ingredients: Live carp, brine tofu, rice noodles, Chinese cabbage, pork belly, mushrooms, potatoes, green chili peppers, dried red chili peppers, scallions, ginger, garlic, salt, cooking wine, sugar, soy sauce, Sichuan peppercorns, star anise, cinnamon.

　　Characteristics: Dark rich color, intense flavor, fresh and fragrant fish, tasty vegetables, savory and mellow broth.

　　Nutritional Benefits: Carp contains high-quality protein, minerals, vitamins, and offers benefits such as nourishing the stomach, promoting diuresis and reducing swelling, stimulating lactation, clearing heat and detoxifying. Rice noodles are rich in carbohydrates, dietary fiber, protein, niacin, and minerals. Tofu is packed with abundant protein, soy lecithin, and plant-based active compounds, which can help prevent osteoporosis, breast cancer, and prostate cancer, as well as lower blood lipids, protect vascular cells, and prevent cardiovascular diseases.