Zhanggong fish is a highly nutritious ingredient and is considered a "treasure among fish" as well as a medicinal herb. It refers to the meat of the Zhanggong fish, a species of the Siniperca genus in the Latesidae family. The Zhanggong fish is widely distributed in various regions south of the Yangtze River in China. It is known for its nourishing Yin and strengthening bones and tendons properties. It is commonly used to treat deficiency of the liver and kidneys, lumbago and weakness of the limbs. In this article, I will introduce the recipe for Tofu Zhanggong Fish Soup.
【Name】
Tofu Zhanggong Fish Soup
【Ingredients】
1 Zhanggong fish, ginger (to taste), tofu (to taste), oil (to taste), salt (to taste)
【Instructions】
1. Clean the Zhanggong fish by removing the scales, gills, and internal organs. Slice the ginger and cut the tofu into small pieces.
2. Heat some oil in a pan and sauté the ginger slices until fragrant. Then, pan-fry the Zhanggong fish over low heat until slightly golden.
3. Add 1000ml of water to the pan and put all the ingredients into the pan. Boil over high heat for 5 minutes, then simmer over low heat for 15 minutes.
4. Once the soup is cooked, add oil and salt to taste before serving.
【Nutritional Value】
Tofu Zhanggong Fish Soup is refreshing and nourishing, providing a good source of protein. The fish meat is tender and delicious.
Tofu Zhanggong Fish Soup contains a comprehensive and high-quality protein, which plays a beneficial role in enhancing the elasticity of the skin's connective tissues. It is particularly effective in reducing early wrinkles caused by stress, lack of sleep, and other mental factors.
【Benefits and Effects of Zhanggong Fish】
Nourishing Yin and supplementing deficiency; strengthening tendons and bones. It is used to treat deficiency of the liver and kidneys, lumbago, and weakness of the limbs.
"Luchuan Materia Medica": "Sweet and neutral in nature. Nourishes Yin, strengthens tendons and bones. Treats Yin deficiency and weakness of the limbs."
Applications of Zhanggong Fish:
1. Yin deficiency, weakness of the limbs, post-illness physical weakness, and post-surgery blood deficiency: Cook 100-200g of Zhanggong fish with seasonings and consume it as a meal or in congee, 1-2 times a day. (Source: "Guangxi Medicinal Animals")
2. Treatment for insufficient milk production after childbirth: Cook 1 Zhanggong fish (about 500g) with 250g of pork trotters, 30g of Codonopsis pilosula, and 30g of peanuts. Eat the fish meat, pork trotters, and peanuts with the broth. Take once a day for 7 consecutive days as one course of treatment. (Source: "Diet Therapy Medicinal Animals")
