Stewed Fish Roe with Pond Fish

Last updated 2026-10-25 — Stewed Fish Roe with Pond Fish is one of the famous dishes in Qingpu District. The preparation method: Scale the live pond fish, make a shallow cut about two fen deep at the urinogenital pore on the lower belly, then pull out the internal organs through the gills and rinse clean. Place the pond fish in a pot with water, salt, cooking wine, scallions, and ginger, and cook until done. Remove the scallions, ginger, and any foam that rises to the surface. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs, then mix in the broth from cooking the pond fish, salt, and MSG. Add the fish to the mixture, steam until cooked, and drizzle with lard before serving.