A CLOSER LOOK
How to recognize it
Light, curled, beige to pinkish-brown flakes; they are fish, not plant shavings.
In the kitchen
Used in Taiwanese oyster misua broth and as a seasoning.
Fish species and added salt vary by product; some use bonito and tuna. Contains fish, including when the flakes are used only to flavour a broth.
Ask about this ingredient
这道菜里有柴鱼片吗？
Does this dish contain Shaved dried fish flakes (chaiyu pian)?
A few dishes to explore
These examples use this ingredient in typical or optional preparations. Open the dish to see the distinction; a restaurant’s recipe can differ.
