Have you ever seen a fish that looks like a squirrel? 🐟➡️🐿️ Sounds funny, right? In the city of Suzhou in China, there’s a famous dish called squirrel-shaped mandarin fish that’s both delicious and full of history!
This special dish was first made over 400 years ago and was even served to the Qianlong Emperor! 👑 To make it, chefs carefully carve a mandarin fish so that when it’s cooked, it spreads out like a squirrel’s bushy tail. Then, the fish is fried until it’s crispy and golden.
But here’s the cool part: when they pour hot, sweet tomato sauce over the fish, it makes a squeaking sound, just like a squirrel! 🐿️🔊 Isn’t that amazing? In Chinese culture, squirrels are symbols of good luck and happiness. So, eating this dish is not just tasty but also brings good fortune!
Next time you’re curious about trying new foods, remember the squirrel-shaped mandarin fish from Suzhou. It’s a yummy way to taste history and culture all in one bite! 😋
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
