About Meat Paste from Great River Food
Asian fish and meat pastes are smooth, seasoned mixtures of ground fish, pork, or chicken used as a versatile cooking base. Sold frozen and ready-to-cook, the paste is shaped into balls or cakes, stuffed into tofu and vegetables, dropped into soups, or fried into patties. Liver pâté is a spreadable exception used in bánh mì. Great River Food offers Flamingo fish and pork pastes plus Quê Hương liver pâté.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you use fish or meat paste? +
Scoop and shape it into balls, cakes, or stuffings for soups and stir-fries, or spread it into vegetables and tofu, then cook thoroughly before eating.
Is fish paste ready to eat? +
No, fresh fish and pork pastes are raw and must be fully cooked. Quê Hương liver pâté, however, is a cooked spread ready to use in sandwiches.
What can I make with fish paste? +
Use it for homemade fish balls, stuffed tofu and peppers, fish cakes, and as a thickening, flavorful addition to hot pot and noodle soups.
