Sturgeon is a typical fish that is gradually becoming familiar to many people. A few years ago, it was difficult to find a shop selling sturgeon in my area. At present, sturgeon has been widely farmed and exploited in many regions of northwest China. However, the price of a kilogram of fresh sturgeon is not cheap, about several hundred thousand VND/kg. This fish can be processed into many delicious dishes such as: sturgeon roe, sturgeon hot pot or grilled sturgeon… This article is not limited to dishes, there will be a lot of useful information about this fish.
about sturgeon
Sturgeon is the name of a fish with the scientific name Acipenser, more than 21 species have been found. Sturgeon is one of the oldest fish in existence.
Origin and distribution
This fish is native to the waters of Asia, Europe and North America. The length of sturgeon (adult body) is about 2.5-3.5m, you can easily see it in real life. However, some related species weigh more than 1 ton and are more than 4m long.
This is a fish that appeared more than 100 million years ago and is divided into 25 species of 4 types including short nose sturgeon, star sturgeon, white sturgeon, beluga sturgeon and small sturgeon. Some species live only in fresh water, while others live in the open sea and swim upstream during the breeding season.
Features of Sturgeon
Similar to sharks or rays, sturgeon is boneless. Their bones are just cartilage (a scene I like). The body of the fish is tubular, consisting of 5 rows of spines (all cartilage), the skin is thick, tough, rough and without scales. The mouth of the fish is small and horizontal, without teeth, and the nose and antennae are long and pointed. The color of the fish depends on the species, age and culture area.
Sturgeon is a bottom-dwelling fish that uses its wedge-shaped snout to sniff out ooze to feed on crustaceans and small fish.
The most popular species of sturgeon
Russian Sturgeon: Russia is known for having some of the best sturgeon in the world. Russian sturgeon distributed in Azerbaijan, Bulgaria, Georgia, Iran, Kazakhstan. In addition, this fish is also found in Romania, Russia, Türkiye and Ukraine.
European Sturgeon: Also known as common sturgeon, Baltic sturgeon or Atlantic sturgeon. They live on all the coasts of Europe. The type of sturgeon here can be up to 4m long, now due to overfishing, this type of sturgeon is almost extinct.
Small Sturgeon: This sturgeon lives mainly in the Black Sea, Caspian Sea, Sea of Azov, Baltic Sea, White Sea, Barents Sea, Kara and upper rivers of Russia. They are appreciated for their excellent meat quality as well as providing the best eggs. These small sturgeon are no more than 1 meter in length.
There are also other types of sturgeon such as: star sturgeon, lake sturgeon, white sturgeon… each has its own characteristics, living in the sea.
In Vietnam, Sabah sturgeon is raised mainly in Sabah, Lao Cai, Pekan… and some areas in the Northwest. Sapa sturgeon meat is tough and fatty. There are two types of fish in Sapa: raised for meat and raised for eggs.
What’s special about sturgeon eggs?
Looking for caviar also has many types, the price is “in the clouds”. Personally, I say on the cloud, because you will be surprised how much it costs. The value of the super-rich is not sturgeon meat, but eggs. Ranked in the list of 10 most luxurious dishes on earth, 1kg of caviar costs about 180 million VND/kg, some types are up to 1.8 billion VND/kg (according to Dan Tri).
Considered black gold, this aristocratic dish eats up a whole tree of gold every meal, so sturgeon caviar is reserved for the super rich. In the world, Russian caviar is most famous.
price of sturgeon eggs
According to research, the price of Caviar caviar ranges from 1,000-10,000 USD/kg, depending on the quality, size and gloss of each caviar. The bigger and brighter the caviar, the more expensive it is.
The most popular today is the Sevruga sturgeon, which is moderately priced ($1,000-2,000/kg) and produces brightly colored caviar with great flavor.
The value of Osetra caviar is slightly higher than the above (3,000-5,000 USD/kg), dark brown with golden light, very fleshy.
Beluga sturgeon caviar is more advanced than the above two types, usually dark gray, large and very fragrant, priced at about 8,000 USD/kg.
The most advanced is amber “golden caviar”, the most expensive because of its rarity and high nutritional value, about 9,000-10,000 US dollars per kilogram.
Why is caviar so expensive?
The reason why sturgeon eggs are so expensive is because white sturgeon must be over 20 years old to start laying eggs.
The egg collection and handling process is also very strict. Large sturgeon pecks eggs through an incision in the abdomen. Eggs are prepared in two ways: traditional salting and hot salting.
Excellent source of nutrition: Caviar adds a lot of nutritional value to the human body. Eggs contain calcium, phosphorus, protein, magnesium, iron and many other vitamins and nutrients.
According to scientific research, caviar also contains a variety of minerals and amino acids, which can help reduce the risk of depression, prevent heart disease and improve blood circulation.
Nutrition and effectiveness of sturgeon meat
In addition to caviar, sturgeon meat also contains many nutrients that are especially beneficial for pregnant mothers and the elderly. Fish is rich in vitamin A, vitamin 12, phosphorus, selenium and B vitamins like B6, B12 and niacin, which are natural sources of DHA, omega 3 and omega 6.
Sturgeon cartilage is used to prepare many drugs that are beneficial for bones and joints, help children grow taller and restore bones and joints in the elderly.
Especially for women, sturgeon meat is considered a natural beauty elixir, because fish meat and fish cartilage help rejuvenate skin, nails and hair naturally.
How to Choose Delicious Sturgeon
Since ancient times, there has been contraband (supply) for things that are in high demand. Sturgeon is no exception. If comparing two types of Vietnamese sturgeon and Chinese sturgeon with the naked eye, it is difficult to distinguish them. However, you need to pay attention and observe carefully to be able to recognize the real fake through the following characteristics.
– Chinese sturgeon is fat and short, thick and black, with a very pointed nose. The cause is believed to be due to the long-distance transportation process. Choose a reputable, high-quality facility to ensure safety.
sturgeon specialties
If you are wondering what sturgeon eats delicious, the suggestions below will be essential. As mentioned above, sturgeon has no bones, so eating fish is very safe. Firm, nutritious sturgeon meat is processed into many attractive dishes. However, among those countless delicious dishes, the two most popular dishes are sturgeon hot pot and grilled sturgeon.
The most meaty back part of sturgeon is usually grilled, while the head and tail of the sturgeon are put in a rich sour bamboo shoot hot pot. There is nothing more to say about the attractiveness of the two courses.
grilled sturgeon
Currently, there are several ways to prepare delicious grilled sturgeon. You can refer to the dish of roasted sturgeon with salt and pepper and roasted with galangal. Grilled sturgeon is usually served with laksa leaves and green chili salt.
Method 1: Grilled sturgeon with salt and pepper
Prepare materials
– Sturgeon: 1 fish about 2kg – White wine – Fresh chili, ginger, dried garlic – Sesame oil, oyster sauce – Seasoning: sugar, salt, monosodium glutamate, fish sauce – Served with: star fruit, lettuce, cabbage , green banana.
How to Make Grilled Sturgeon with Salt and Chili
Step one: Prepare the sturgeon
– Sturgeon skin is slippery and viscous, so when you buy it, you should boil it in boiling water first and then scrape off the white film first. Then, cut off the cartilage under the abdomen and sides, remove the bones. Use a knife to cut off the intestines of the fish and wash it with water. Next, rub the fish with white salt and then wash it. Then cut into cubes for easy baking and serving.
Step 2: Prepare other ingredients
– Fresh ginger you peel, puree and squeeze the juice. – The accompanying vegetables are washed and dried.
Step three: Marinate the sturgeon
If the grilled sturgeon dish is delicious, the marinating must be special. Use ginger juice, minced garlic, minced chili, add oyster sauce, seasoning, monosodium glutamate, low sugar, white wine (the amount of marinade depends on the amount of grilled fish you have) – then stir the spices, add the fish. marinate to absorb. About 30 minutes for the fish to absorb the seasoning.
Step Four: Grilled Sturgeon
Using a charcoal grill is the best, if not, use an oven.
If using an oven, preheat the oven for about 10 minutes, then place the fish in a baking tray and bake for 20 minutes. – If you choose to grill on a charcoal stove, put the fish on the grill and wait for the embers. Then put the fish on the grill. Occasionally, you spread the sauce on the surface so that the braised fish does not burn and often turn the fish so that the fish does not burn.
Step 5: Finished product
When the fish is golden brown, you serve it on a plate with herbs, lettuce and thinly sliced pineapple. When eating, add salt, pepper, and lemon to taste. Crispy grilled sturgeon mixed with rich flavors and spices, served with dipping sauce.
Method 2: Grilled sturgeon with galangal
Batch grilled sturgeon is similar to the above recipe with slightly changed ingredients.
Prepare materials
– Sturgeon: 1 kg – Fresh galangal: few bulbs – Lemongrass: 3 bulbs – Batch: 1 bowl – Cooking oil, seasoning seeds, sugar, monosodium glutamate, fish sauce.
steps to take
Step 1: Prepare the ingredients
– The sturgeon you buy also do the same as above. – Peel your galangal and cut it into small pieces. – Wash and chop the lemongrass.
Step 2: Marinate
Put the sturgeon in the marinated bowl according to the ratio: 3 tablespoons of batch juice, 2 tablespoons of fish sauce, 1 teaspoon of sugar, half a teaspoon of MSG, minced lemongrass. Stir well and marinate the fish for about 30 minutes to infuse the flavors.
The roasting process is similar to the above method, either in the oven or in coal water.
Sturgeon Hot Pot
This hot pot dish is like other hot pot dishes, the longest is the initial preparation and preliminary processing. You also carefully prepare cooked fish in the hot pot, when eating there is no fishy smell. Please refer to the recipe for the preparation of the sturgeon hotpot dish below.
necessary materials
– Sturgeon: 1 fish – Tube bone – Chili, onion, dill, root ginger – Wheat flour – Red onion, dried onion, garlic, tomato – Lemon – Vegetables dipping in hot pot: Mushroom, celery, cauliflower… – Vermicelli or instant noodles.
Practice sturgeon hot pot
Step one: Prepare the fish
The sturgeon bought back are put on a plate, coated with tapioca starch, then smoothed from head to body, then washed with clean water, cut off fins, gills and intestines. Cut the fish into thin slices (about 3-4cm), arrange on a plate. The head and tail of the fish are left in the hot pot.
Step Two: Cooking Hot Pot
Bring the water and bones to a boil in a pot on the stove to make hot pot (head and tail for later use). Peeled dried onions, peeled ginger and cut in half, peeled onions, washed and cut in half, all put in the oven or charcoal fire, puree and then put in a pot of boiling water. .
Next, reduce the heat to bring the water to a boil in the pot.
Heat a little oil in another pan and sauté the onions until fragrant. Just place the head and tail of the fish on the island. Next, pour the sauce over the tomatoes so that the tomatoes change color, then add a little fish sauce just enough to soak into the fish and then turn off the heat. Put everything in the pot and boil for about 15 minutes to let the fish out all the sweetness, seasoning to taste. Note: In the process of cooking sturgeon hotpot broth, you must turn down the heat during the process of simmering the bones, skimming the foam, so that the hotpot is clear.
Step 3: Prepare other ingredients
Chilli, chives and dill, washed and finely chopped. The remaining scallions are finely chopped, pounded into the hot pot, seasoned to taste.
Note: Onions and peppers must be crushed with a mortar, not pureed because onions will have a green aroma and color when grinding, and red peppers will create a very characteristic flavor and color of hot pot.
Step 4: Finish
Put the hot pot on the induction hob and enjoy
-> See More: How to Cook Thai Hot Pot
The end
Except for the slightly more expensive caviar, fish is more available now than it used to be. Although not as common as tilapia, carp, carp… But sturgeon also has a different status than the fish you eat every day. That is not to say that sturgeon meat is luxurious. If you want to entertain guests, family, and friends, the delicious dish from sturgeon will be a good choice. Not only two dishes of grilled sturgeon and sturgeon hot pot, but also many other dishes. I will update more content in the food category every day. If you are interested in this fish, I hope this article will be of help to you. Good luck!
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