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烏魚子Mullet Roe
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Searches in Chinese, so you see real local shops nearby
What is Mullet Roe?
Mullet Roe (烏魚子) is one of Taiwan’s popular meat and seafood dishes, found in Taipei, Taichung, Tainan, Kaohsiung and all over Taiwan. Salted and dried mullet roe, lightly grilled and thinly sliced, traditionally eaten with slices of radish or garlic leek. Rich and savory, it is a luxury delicacy and a popular gift.
What does it taste like?
How much does it cost?
NT$300–1,500, depending on size
Where to eat it in Taiwan
Seafood restaurants, dried goods shops and souvenir stores, especially in Tainan and Kaohsiung. Most common around winter.
How to find it near you
Tap “Find nearby on Google Maps” above — it searches by the Chinese name “烏魚子”, so you see real local shops, not only places with English menus. At the shop, show the Chinese name or say “wū yú zǐ”.
