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• HAPPINESS OF THE ENTIRE FAMILY • Chinese Ingredients Dried fish maw and shrimp BOTTOM The shop’s selection of nuts. Fish Maw • Huā Jiāo • 花膠 Though some people describe fish maw as the belly of a fish, it is actually the bladder of a big fish that has been dried. Mr. Hiah’s shop has them behind glass cases and some are even hung on the walls. The dried ones are the most prized but there is also the fried fish maw which can be mistaken for fish crackers or keropok in Malay. These thin transparent fish parts are believed to be high in collagen and those who consume it will benefit with a fairer complexion. The grade of it varies from type of fish and even gender. Male fish bladders are thicker thus making them more expensive compared to female ones. When the fish maw is cooked, the bladder turns into a gel-like substance which can easily dissolve if the temperature and time of cooking are not monitored well. It has to be soaked first though before cooking for about six to 12 hours depending on the type of fish maw. • ABUNDANCE • Wine-dried waxed sausages or Lap Cheong GOOD TO KNOW • Yāoguŏ • 腰果 • GOLD OR MONEY • Cashew Nuts Nuts are a big part of Chinese culture as they have various meanings while boasting many health benefits. Mr. Hiah stocks his cashews from India and can be cooked with stir fry dishes or simply eaten as a snack. Nuts • Hétàorén • 核桃仁 Walnut Walnuts saw a massive growth during the Tang dynasty where it was commercially grown in the north of China. It is eaten raw or roasted but can be embellished with sugar for a sweet take on this favourite snack. • If you prefer to eat poultry, try Lap Cheong or waxed Chinese sausage which is a wine-dried sausage. • When serving chicken during Chinese New Year, it is preferred to serve it whole with the chicken’s head and all as it symbolises completeness in Chinese culture. • Tofu is not usually served during Chinese New Year because its white colour signifies death. However, it can be served if it’s fried till golden brown. KWANG YEOW HENG | NO. 36, JALAN HANG KASTURI 50050 KL | 03-2078 0969 34 · WWW.<strong>GOASIAPLUS</strong>.COM
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