Yin Yang fish

In today's article we will explore the fascinating history of Yin Yang fish and its impact on modern society. From its inception to the present, Yin Yang fish has played a crucial role in various aspects of everyday life, influencing entire generations and leaving an indelible mark on culture. Through detailed analysis, we will examine the different aspects that make Yin Yang fish such a relevant and intriguing topic, from its origins to its relevance in today's world. In addition, we will explore its impact in areas as diverse as technology, politics, health and education, offering a comprehensive view of its importance in the contemporary context.

Yin yang fish (Chinese: 陰陽魚, 糖醋活魚, 呼叫魚; also called dead-and-alive fish) is a Taiwanese dish where a live fish is fried whole. The dish originates from Chiayi, Taiwan.[1][2]

Preparation

Yin yang fish is prepared by wrapping the head of a scaled fish (usually carp) in ice cubes and then oil-frying it whole. The fish is then covered in sauce and served on a plate where its head continues to twitch even after its body has been cooked (likely due to remnant electrical impulses after death).[2][3][4][5]

Controversy

In 2007, a Taiwanese restaurant owner sparked outrage when he began serving the dish in his restaurant in Chiayi, Taiwan, with a city official and members of the public criticizing the cruelty of the dish.[6] Following public outcry, the dish was subsequently removed from the menu and banned in Taiwan.[7][2]

A video of a dish in 2009 was condemned by the People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals calling a video showcasing it as "disgusting".[8] A video posted on TikTok in March 2020 had been viewed three million times as of May 2021.[9]

See also

References

  1. ^ "Eat or Run? Would You Eat This Controversial Dish That is Both Dead and Alive?". look up tv. Retrieved 2024-07-11.
  2. ^ a b c "Yin and Yang Fish – A Controversial Dish That's Both Dead and Alive". www.odditycentral.com. 2021-05-04. Retrieved 2023-02-17.
  3. ^ "Why Do Fish Still Move After Being Gutted". 2023-02-18.
  4. ^ (Traditional Chinese) "陰陽魚活炸上菜 「殘忍」". Apple Daily (Taiwan). July 9, 2007. Retrieved June 15, 2018.
  5. ^ "Chefs refuse to serve 'dead-and-alive fish' - the China Post". Archived from the original on 2014-06-06. Retrieved 2009-11-27.
  6. ^ Deutsche Presse-Agentur (2007-07-08). "Taiwan restaurant blasted for serving "dead-and-alive fish"". Monsters and Critics. Archived from the original on 2010-07-27.
  7. ^ Lok-sin, Loa (9 July 2007). "Restaurant owner heavily criticized for serving live fish". Taipei Times.
  8. ^ "Video: Fried fish that still breathes -- a delicacy or downright distasteful?". latimesblogs.latimes.com. 18 November 2009. Archived from the original on 2009-11-26.
  9. ^ "Video: Yin and Yang Fish - A Controversial Dish That's Both Dead and Alive?". odditycentral.com. 4 May 2021.


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