How to make dried whitebait delicious
In the past 10 days, hot topics on the Internet have revolved around food, healthy eating and home cooking methods, among which the cooking methods of dried seafood have attracted much attention. As a high-protein, low-fat ingredient, dried whitebait has become a frequent guest on many family tables because of its rich nutrition and unique taste. This article will introduce you in detail to a variety of delicious methods of dried whitebait, and attach relevant data for reference.
1. Nutritional value of dried whitebait

Dried whitebait is rich in high-quality protein, calcium, phosphorus and other minerals, and is a good product to nourish the body. The following are the main nutrients per 100 grams of dried whitebait:
| Nutritional information | Content |
|---|---|
| protein | 72.1g |
| fat | 3.2g |
| Calcium | 761mg |
| Phosphorus | 1154mg |
| iron | 7.5mg |
2. Pretreatment method of dried whitebait
Before cooking dried whitebait, correct pre-treatment can improve the taste:
1.Soak in warm water: Soak in warm water around 40℃ for 20-30 minutes to remove excess salt.
2.Remove the head and tail: Remove the fish head and internal organs after soaking to ensure a better taste.
3.Drain: Use kitchen paper to absorb surface moisture to avoid oil splashing during frying.
3. Five classic ways to make dried whitebait
1. Pan-fried large dried whitebait
Ingredients: 200g of dried large whitebait, appropriate amount of cooking oil, half of each green and red pepper
Steps:
1) Drain the pre-processed dried whitebait.
2) Heat the pan and pour oil. When the oil is 60% hot, add the whitebait.
3) Fry over medium-low heat until golden brown on both sides, about 3-5 minutes
4) Add sliced green and red peppers and stir-fry for 1 minute.
2. Dried whitebait and scrambled eggs
Ingredients: 100g of dried large whitebait, 3 eggs, appropriate amount of chopped green onion
Steps:
1) Stir-fry dried whitebait with a small amount of oil until slightly brown and set aside
2) Beat the eggs and add a little salt to taste
3) Heat the pan with cold oil, pour in the egg liquid and stir-fry quickly
4) When the egg liquid is half solid, add dried whitebait and stir-fry evenly
5) Sprinkle with chopped green onion and serve
3. Stewed tofu with dried whitebait
Ingredients: 80g of dried whitebait, 1 box of soft tofu, 3 slices of ginger
Steps:
1) Cut the tofu into cubes and blanch them for later use
2) Stir-fry dried whitebait with oil and add ginger slices
3) Pour in appropriate amount of water and boil
4) Add tofu and simmer for 10 minutes
5) Finally add a little white pepper to taste
4. Dried whitebait steamed egg
Ingredients: 50g of dried whitebait, 2 eggs, 200ml of warm water
Steps:
1) Beat the eggs and add warm water and mix thoroughly
2) Filter the egg liquid to remove air bubbles
3) Add the pre-processed dried whitebait
4) After the water boils, steam it for 8-10 minutes
5) Take out the pan and pour some sesame oil and light soy sauce
5. Dried whitebait salad
Ingredients: 60g of dried large whitebait, 1 cucumber, half a carrot
Steps:
1) Fry dry whitebait until crispy and let cool
2) Shred cucumbers and carrots
3) Mix all ingredients and add appropriate amount of salt, sugar and vinegar
4) Finally, drizzle with sesame oil and mix well
4. Cooking Tips
| Things to note | Description |
|---|---|
| Oil temperature control | Keep the heat on medium when frying to avoid burning. |
| Seasoning Tips | Dried whitebait itself has a salty taste, so add an appropriate amount of salt |
| Save method | Unopened dried whitebait needs to be refrigerated and consumed as soon as possible after opening. |
| Matching suggestions | Can be paired with green peppers, leeks, etc. |
5. Characteristic practices in different regions
1.Jiangsu and Zhejiang practices: I like to make soup with dried whitebait, paired with pickled vegetables and soft tofu.
2.Guangdong practice: Dried whitebait is often steamed with cured meat, giving it a unique flavor.
3.Sichuan flavor recipe: Add dried chili and Sichuan peppercorns and stir-fry, spicy and delicious.
Summary: There are many ways to make dried whitebait, which can not only maintain the original taste, but also perfectly match with other ingredients. By mastering the pre-processing methods and heat control, you can easily make delicious dried whitebait dishes. It is recommended to try different methods according to personal taste and explore more food possibilities.
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