13/08/2026
How Many Ways Can Fish Be Enjoyed in Dali?
[Sour & Spicy Fish]
Made mainly with crucian carp from Erhai Lake, this dish combines green and red chilies with ingredients such as papaya and bayberries. Refreshingly sour, spicy, and appetizing, it is a must-have centerpiece at Bai ethnic family feasts.
[Silver Fish Omelet]
Fresh and tender Erhai silver fish are coated in egg batter and pan-fried until golden. The fish remains deliciously fresh, while the golden appearance makes it irresistible.
[Binchuan Haishao Fish]
For those who dislike dealing with fish bones, Binchuan Haishao Fish is the perfect choice.
[Binchuan Pickled Vegetable Fish]
Freshly sliced mandarin fish are cooked with homemade pickled vegetables. The tender fish slices are paired with a spicy and refreshing flavor, and the flavorful broth is perfect for mixing with rice after finishing the fish.
[Steamed Fish with Rice Flour]
In Jianchuan, fish can also be prepared as a steamed delicacy. After being dried, the fish is coated with layers of seasoned rice flour, chili powder, and other spices before being steamed until tender.
Beyond these, Dali also offers a wide variety of fish dishes, including raw fish slices, Erhai grilled fish, steamed fish, braised fish, and boiled fish slices. From sweet and savory to sour and spicy, every flavor can be found on the table.
(Source: WeChat Official Account of Dali Culture and Tourism)
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