Shark Fin Soup (China)


Shark fin soup is a soup of Chinese origin made with shark fin and flavored with chicken or other broth. Shark fin is somewhat neutral in flavor and is used to add texture to the dish. It is believed that the first shark fin soup was invented during the Sung Dynasty by an emperor who wanted to show his guests his power, wealth and generosity.

Therefore, preparing and serving this expensive dish is now seen as a sign of respect. Today, the soup is part of the Big 4, which represents health and well-being in Chinese culture and is usually reserved for special occasions, while the other three are abalone, sea cucumber, and fish larynx.

öShark fin soup is a status symbol, with bowls ranging from $5 to $2,000, depending on the type of shark fin served in the soup. However, due to the shark fin process and the inhumane treatment of sharks that have live fins and cannot swim or survive in the ocean, Shark fin soup is considered one of the biggest threats to shark populations around the world, and some establishments still consume this delicious, yet controversial, Chinese soup. actively trying to stop it.


 

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