Threadfin salmons are excellent eating when cooked in a wide variety of ways. Their firm flesh and large flakes make them absolutely ideal for barbecuing or grilling in steaks, cutlets or fillets, depending on size and variety. The flakes can also be carefully separated after grilling to enhance presentation.

What is threadfin good for?

Also known as Threadfin, Ma Yao Yu, 午鱼 or Ngor Her. Popular amongst Mummies and babies as it is believed to have high nutrients to boost supply for breastfeeding and also good for the brain development of the child. The bones are good for fish stock.

Do people eat threadfin shad?

If they are small enough, you could prepare them like we do smelt up in the Great Lakes. Most smelt are around 4" or larger, so we like to gut them and remove the heads, dip them in batter and fry. Smaller ones can be eaten whole. If you don't eat the heads, you can make stock or fish sauce out of them.