Dried Cod Fish Maw Yu Jiao 500g Small Size Collagen-Rich Soup Ingredient for Stewing and Broths

Dried Cod Fish Maw, known in Chinese as Xue Yu Jiao (鳕鱼胶), is the dried swim bladder of deep-sea cod, a prized seafood ingredient in Chinese culinary tradition. Valued in Cantonese cooking and traditional food culture for its gelatinous texture, it is commonly simmered in nourishing soups and stews. These small-size pieces are convenient for household cooking and commercial kitchens alike. Store refrigerated and use in cooked dishes only.

Key Selling Points

• Dried swim bladder from deep-sea cod, a classic Chinese soup ingredient
• Small 500g pack containing approximately 110 pieces, ideal for frequent cooking
• Rich in natural gelatin, prized for its smooth glutinous texture when stewed
• Suitable for Cantonese-style soups, stews, and braised dishes
• Sourced from Guangxi with a 36-month shelf life when refrigerated

Quality & Sensory

Typically pale ivory to light golden in color with a firm, dry, slightly translucent texture. When rehydrated and simmered, the pieces soften into a tender, gelatinous consistency and absorb the flavors of the surrounding broth without adding a strong taste of their own.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmered in slow-cooked chicken or pork bone soups
• Added to nourishing stews with mushrooms, goji berries, or red dates
• Braised with seafood or poultry in Cantonese-style dishes
• Cooked into congee or dessert soups for a silky texture

Traditional Uses

In Chinese food tradition, fish maw is a treasured ingredient often reserved for festive meals and nourishing family soups. It is traditionally paired with chicken, lean pork, or seafood and simmered for hours to release its gelatinous richness. In Cantonese households, fish maw soup is commonly served at celebrations and during colder seasons as a warming, restorative dish.

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