Shark fin soup
鱼翅, 魚翅
Shark fin soup is a traditional soup or stewed dish served in parts of china, taiwan, and southeast asia. the shark fins provide texture, while the taste comes from the other soup ingredients. it is commonly served at special occasions such as weddings and banquets, or as a luxury item.the soup originated centuries ago during the song dynasty in china, serving the imperial family and court members. during the ming dynasty, the dish's popularity increased and by the time of the qing dynasty shark fin soup was in high demand. after the nineteenth century, the soup became a highly sought-after dish as income levels of chinese communities increased around the world.however, it has been condem...
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