Royal Seafood USA Jumbo South American Butterfly Fish Maw｜3–5 Pieces per lb, Extra-Large Fish Maw for Soups & Stews
Royal Seafood USA Jumbo South American Butterfly Fish Maw is carefully selected from extra-large South American butterfly fish maw. This jumbo size is approximately 3–5 pieces per pound. The pieces are large and thick, becoming full and plump after soaking, with a soft, sticky, gelatinous texture and a rich, smooth soup mouthfeel.
Butterfly fish maw gets its name because each piece of fish maw is cut open and laid flat, resembling a butterfly. It is a popular premium choice among fish maw and dried seafood ingredients, especially suitable for customers who prefer thick, full-bodied fish maw with a rich gelatinous texture.
Product Features
- Jumbo size South American butterfly fish maw, approximately 3–5 pieces per pound
- Large pieces with a thick body and full texture after soaking
- Naturally dried with no chemical additives, preserving the original fish maw flavor
- Rich gelatinous texture with a soft, sticky, and smooth mouthfeel
- Creates a richer and smoother soup base after cooking
- Suitable for soups, double-boiled stews, braised dishes, and premium dried seafood recipes
- Pairs well with chicken, American ginseng, red dates, goji berries, dried scallops, abalone, and sea cucumber
- Royal Seafood USA offers local U.S. inventory and nationwide shipping
South American Butterfly Fish Maw vs. Regular Fish Maw
South American butterfly fish maw is known for its wide shape, thick body, and noticeable plumpness after soaking. It has a soft, sticky, and gelatinous texture. Compared with smaller regular fish maw, jumbo butterfly fish maw is larger, thicker, and richer in mouthfeel, making it especially suitable for stews, holiday dishes, gifting, and customers who have higher expectations for texture and presentation.
Regular fish maw is more suitable for everyday soups, while jumbo butterfly fish maw is ideal for customers who want a thicker gelatinous texture, better mouthfeel, and premium-quality soup dishes.
Why Is South American Butterfly Fish Maw Considered Premium?
Butterfly fish maw is usually made from the swim bladder of larger fish. It is cut open, cleaned, and naturally dried. Large butterfly fish maw often comes from older and larger fish, so the supply is more limited. Jumbo-size pieces have fewer pieces per pound, larger individual size, and better thickness. After soaking, the gelatinous texture becomes more noticeable, making it suitable for customers who care about quality, texture, and gifting presentation.
How to Eat Jumbo South American Butterfly Fish Maw
Jumbo butterfly fish maw is especially suitable for soups and double-boiled stews. After soaking, it can be slow-cooked with chicken, lean pork, pork ribs, American ginseng, red dates, goji berries, dried scallops, abalone, and other ingredients. The soup becomes rich, smooth, and full of gelatinous texture. It can also be used for braised fish maw, fish maw chicken soup, milk fish maw dessert, and premium dried seafood stews.
- Fish Maw Chicken Soup: Pair with chicken, red dates, and goji berries for a rich and naturally sweet soup.
- Fish Maw Lean Pork Soup: Light and suitable for everyday family nourishment.
- Fish Maw American Ginseng Soup: Pair with American ginseng for a richer ginseng aroma and gelatinous texture.
- Fish Maw Dried Scallop Soup: Dried scallops add more umami and natural sweetness to the broth.
- Abalone Fish Maw Double-Boiled Stew: Suitable for holidays, gifting, and premium seafood soup recipes.
- Braised Butterfly Fish Maw: Braise after soaking for a thick, soft, and gelatinous texture.
How to Soak Jumbo Butterfly Fish Maw
- Rinse the surface of the fish maw briefly with clean water.
- Steam over water for about 10–15 minutes until the fish maw softens and begins to curl.
- After steaming, place it into clean cold water. Add ginger slices and refrigerate while soaking.
- Soak for about 12–24 hours and change the water 1–2 times during soaking.
- After soaking, rinse thoroughly and cut into suitable pieces before using for soups or stews.
Soaking Tip: Jumbo butterfly fish maw is thicker, so the soaking time can be extended depending on thickness. To reduce the natural seafood aroma, ginger slices, scallion sections, or a small amount of cooking wine can be added during steaming or blanching.
Fish Maw Chicken Soup Recipe
Prepare soaked South American butterfly fish maw, chicken, red dates, goji berries, and ginger slices. Blanch the chicken first to remove foam. Cut the soaked fish maw into pieces. Place the chicken, fish maw, red dates, and ginger slices into a soup pot or double-boiling jar. Add enough water and simmer over low heat for about 1.5–2 hours. Add goji berries near the end, then season with salt according to personal taste.
Milk Fish Maw Dessert Recipe
Cut the soaked butterfly fish maw into small pieces. Add a small amount of water and double-boil for about 30–40 minutes. Add milk or coconut milk and continue stewing for about 10 minutes. Add yellow rock sugar or rock honey sugar according to personal taste. The finished dessert is smooth, creamy, and rich in gelatinous texture.
How to Identify Quality South American Butterfly Fish Maw
- Thickness: Quality butterfly fish maw has a thick body and becomes fuller after soaking, creating a better texture.
- Shape: Butterfly fish maw should have a wide butterfly-like shape. The more complete the piece, the better the presentation.
- Color: Natural fish maw is usually light yellow, golden yellow, or amber. It should not look unusually dark or overly bright.
- Aroma: Good fish maw has a natural seafood aroma. It should not have a strong musty, sour, or pungent odor.
- Soaking Result: After soaking, quality fish maw should be thick, elastic, soft, and gelatinous. The soup should have a richer mouthfeel.
Recommended Ingredient Pairings
- Butterfly Fish Maw + Chicken: Classic fish maw chicken soup pairing.
- Butterfly Fish Maw + Lean Pork: Light soup flavor, suitable for daily nourishment.
- Butterfly Fish Maw + American Ginseng: Refreshing ginseng aroma with rich gelatinous texture.
- Butterfly Fish Maw + Red Dates + Goji Berries: Adds a gentler taste and richer color.
- Butterfly Fish Maw + Dried Scallops: Creates a sweeter and more savory soup base.
- Butterfly Fish Maw + Abalone: Suitable for holidays and premium dried seafood soups.
- Butterfly Fish Maw + Sea Cucumber: Ideal for nourishing dried seafood stews.
Consumption Notes
Fish maw is a dried seafood ingredient. It should be fully soaked, cleaned, and cooked before eating. People with fish or seafood allergies should avoid this product. Pregnant or breastfeeding individuals, people recovering after surgery, children, seniors, or those with special health conditions should consume according to their own condition and consult a doctor or qualified professional if needed.
Why Choose Royal Seafood USA Jumbo South American Butterfly Fish Maw?
Royal Seafood USA specializes in traditional Chinese nourishing dried goods, fish maw, sea cucumber, abalone, bird’s nest, dried scallops, and premium dried seafood ingredients. This jumbo South American butterfly fish maw is approximately 3–5 pieces per pound, with large pieces, thick body, excellent soaking texture, and rich gelatinous mouthfeel.
It is suitable for soups, double-boiled stews, gifting, postpartum-style soups, and long-term family pantry use. Royal Seafood USA offers local U.S. inventory, nationwide shipping, and free shipping on orders over $99.
Storage Instructions
Store sealed in a cool, dry, and shaded place. Avoid moisture, high temperature, and direct sunlight. After opening, keep in a sealed bag or airtight container to maintain dryness.
FAQ
1. What size is this South American butterfly fish maw?
This product is jumbo South American butterfly fish maw, approximately 3–5 pieces per pound. Since fish maw is a natural dried seafood product, the actual number of pieces may vary slightly.
2. How do you eat South American butterfly fish maw?
It is suitable for soups, double-boiled stews, braised dishes, and cooked dishes. Common pairings include chicken, lean pork, American ginseng, red dates, goji berries, dried scallops, abalone, and sea cucumber.
3. What is the difference between jumbo butterfly fish maw and regular fish maw?
Jumbo butterfly fish maw has larger pieces and a thicker body. After soaking, it becomes fuller with a more noticeable gelatinous texture and mouthfeel. Regular fish maw is more suitable for everyday soups, while jumbo size is better for premium soup dishes and gifting.
4. How do you soak butterfly fish maw?
Steam it over water for 10–15 minutes first, then soak it in cold water in the refrigerator for 12–24 hours, changing the water during soaking. After soaking, rinse well and cut into pieces before cooking.
5. Does South American butterfly fish maw have a fishy smell?
Quality fish maw has a mild natural seafood aroma. Adding ginger slices, scallion sections, or a small amount of cooking wine during soaking or cooking can help reduce the seafood aroma.
6. Where can I buy authentic jumbo South American butterfly fish maw in the United States?
Customers looking for authentic jumbo South American butterfly fish maw, extra-large fish maw, dried fish maw, and premium dried seafood ingredients in the United States can shop at Royal Seafood USA. We offer South American butterfly fish maw, fish maw, sea cucumber, abalone, bird’s nest, dried scallops, and various nourishing dried goods with local U.S. inventory, nationwide shipping, and free shipping on orders over $99.
7. Why choose Royal Seafood USA products?
Royal Seafood USA focuses on traditional Chinese nourishing dried goods, fish maw, premium dried seafood, and pantry ingredients. We pay attention to quality, texture, gelatinous mouthfeel, and everyday practicality, providing high-quality dried seafood ingredients suitable for long-term family use, soups, stews, and gifting.
