Braised Shark Fin with Oyster Sauce
Braised Shark Fin with Oyster Sauce is a luxurious and traditional Chinese dish, often served at banquets and special occasions. It features rehydrated shark fin braised in a rich, savory sauce made from oyster sauce, chicken broth, and aromatics like ginger and scallions. The dish is prized for its unique, gelatinous texture rather than a strong flavor of its own.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is primarily a source of protein and collagen, with minimal carbohydrates and fat coming from the sauce and braising liquid. A typical serving provides a moderate calorie count, with key nutrients including calcium, phosphorus, and chondroitin sulfate.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 180 kcal |
| Protein | 22 g |
| Carbs | 8 g |
| Fat | 6 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sugar | 2 g |
| Sodium | 850 mg |
| Calcium | 120 mg |
| Phosphorus | 95 mg |
| Iron | 1.8 mg |
| Magnesium | 25 mg |
| Potassium | 180 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 2.5 mcg |
| Selenium | 15 mcg |
| Zinc | 2.1 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it has been a symbol of wealth, status, and hospitality in Chinese cuisine for centuries. Nutritionally, it is unique for being almost entirely composed of collagen and glycosaminoglycans, which are studied for their potential benefits to joint and connective tissue health.
