Generated guide illustration: Squirrel-cut mandarin fish.

Jiangsu · THE FOOD GUIDE

Crisp scored fish with sweet-sour sauce

Squirrel-shaped mandarin fish

松鼠鳜鱼

Sōngshǔ guìyú

Cross-cut fish opens into a spiky shape when fried.

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Tender fish under a crisp coating with sweet-sour sauce can be shared in a small portion. The described method removes most of the backbone but leaves a short section near the tail, so check carefully for small bones and let the sauce cool before serving.

Recipes vary. Ask the restaurant about ingredients and serving before you order.

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Crisp surface, tender fish.

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