Weight: 300g
Origin of the brand: Vietnam
Manufacturer Ba Ben Seafood
Dried herring (small size) 200g pack
A great choice for those who enjoy dried fish with a crispy texture, soft bones, and a distinctive rich, fatty flavor. Smaller "herring de" varieties are often preferred over larger ones because the bones can be eaten during cooking, and they are rich in calcium.
Here is the detailed information about this product:
1. Characteristics of small dried herring
Size: Small fish (usually only the size of a finger) help the fish dry quickly, evenly, and become incredibly crispy when fried or grilled.
Flavor: Herring has a high natural oil content, so even when dried, it retains its richness and aroma, unlike some other types of fish which become dry and tough.
Convenient: The 200g pack is the perfect amount for a snack or a small family meal, with no need to worry about storing leftovers for too long.
2. The best way to prepare it
With this type of small herring, there are two most appealing ways to prepare it:
Crispy fried herring with tamarind sauce: This is the classic method. You just need to fry the fish over low heat until evenly golden brown. The richness of the fish combined with the sour, spicy, salty, and sweet flavors of the tamarind sauce will be very stimulating to the taste buds.
Salad with dried herring and green mango/star fruit: Grill or fry the fish, then shred it and mix it with shredded green mango, herbs, and sweet and sour fish sauce. The small, crispy herring will make the salad even more appealing.
Garlic, chili, and sugar syrup: Similar to mackerel, but smaller herring will
It absorbs seasonings faster and is crispy like a snack.
3. Notes on selection and storage
Color: Choose fish that are light in color, slightly translucent, and free of white mold spots or excessively dark colors (indicating old fish).
Fragrance: Good quality dried fish has a mild, characteristic fishy smell of the sea, without any strong, pungent odor or oily smell.
Preserve: Because herring is high in oil, you should prioritize keeping it in a cool place. freezer compartment This prevents the oil in the fish from oxidizing, which causes a rancid smell, and helps the fish stay fresh longer.
