Definition: Milkfish floss is a seafood product made by drying and baking milkfish meat. It retains the original flavor of milkfish and has a crispy texture. Due to its ease of preservation and portability, it is popular in many households and food markets.
Production Process:
Selection: Fresh milkfish is chosen as the primary ingredient, ensuring quality meat. Initial Processing: The fish meat is sliced off from the body, deboned, and skinned. Seasoning: The fish meat is marinated in a special seasoning liquid to enhance the flavor. Baking: It is baked at a low temperature for an extended period, drying the fish meat and giving it a flaky structure. Crushing: The baked fish meat is then crushed into a floss texture. Characteristics:
Texture: Milkfish floss has a crispy texture, slightly salty and sweet, allowing one to taste the authentic flavor of milkfish. Applications: Apart from direct consumption, it can be used as an ingredient in other dishes, like fillings, sprinkled on rice, or sandwiched in bread. Preservation: Due to its low moisture content, milkfish floss can be preserved for a long time without going bad. Nutritional Content: Milkfish floss is not only delicious but also rich in proteins, Omega-3 fatty acids, and various essential nutrients.
Serving Suggestions: It can be paired with various foods, such as white rice, bread, vegetables, or consumed directly as a snack.