Shaoxing Wine Steamed Shad

Shaoxing Wine Steamed Shad

　　Shaoxing Wine Steamed Shad is a local delicacy from Zhangjiagang, beloved by many. The dish is made by removing the internal organs of a fresh shad (while leaving the scales on), cleaning it, and then adding an appropriate amount of Shaoxing wine lees and cooked lard. It is further seasoned with scallions, ginger, sliced ham, and other spices, then steamed in a basket for about 15 minutes.

Once steamed, the shad is fragrant with wine, has a snow-white color, and boasts tender, delicious flesh. On April 12, 1975, during the visit of Kim Il-sung, President of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea, to Nanjing, Zhangjiagang (Shazhou) shad was specially sent to Nanjing to serve the state guest.