## Ingredients for Fried Carp with Salt (Serves 4)
– 2.5 kg carp
– 5 kg salt grains
– 1 tablespoon lemon juice
## How to Choose Fresh Carp
When buying carp, it is best to purchase live fish that are swimming vigorously, with clear eyes, shiny scales, and no abnormal discoloration. If you cannot find live carp, look for the following signs of freshness: clear and slightly bulging eyes with elasticity; bright red gills firmly attached to the fish’s body; shiny, tightly adhered scales; tightly closed mouth; and a firm, elastic texture when pressed. Avoid buying carp with cloudy, sunken eyes, a strong ammonia smell, soft and watery flesh, loose gills in grayish-pale color, as these indicate spoilage.
## Carp with Salt Preparation
### Carp Cleaning
Wash the carp thoroughly. To reduce the fishy smell and sliminess, rub the carp with a mixture of salt grains and lemon juice, then rinse under cold running water.
### Tips for Cleaning Carp
– Soaking the carp in water mixed with lemon juice or vinegar helps neutralize the fishy odor and reduces its sliminess.
– Alternatively, soaking the fish in rice-washed water for about 10 minutes can also enhance its cleanliness.
– Another effective method is to wash the carp with a mixture of alcohol and crushed ginger to eliminate the fishy smell.
## Frying the Carp
Pour the remaining salt into a large pan and heat it over high heat for about 20 minutes to warm up the salt.
Next, using a large pot, turn on the stove to high heat, add half of the heated salt and spread it evenly. Place the carp on top, cover with the remaining salt, close the lid, and simmer over low heat for approximately 30 minutes.
## Final Product
The resulting fried carp with salt will have a deliciously crispy skin. When serving, carefully remove the outer layer of salted skin. The fish meat will be incredibly tasty, sweet, and firm, without being overly salty.
This dish is best enjoyed with plain white rice. Impress your family and friends by cooking this mouthwatering dish!
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