Get to Know Indonesia's Processed Seafood Products

kelolalaut.com Fisheries are one of the key sectors in the economy, especially in maritime countries like Indonesia. In addition to fresh fishery products, marine and freshwater fish can also be processed into various value-added fishery products with a longer shelf life. Processed fishery products not only extend the storage period of fish but also provide variations in fish consumption for the community.

Types of Processed Fishery Products

Processed fishery products can be categorized based on processing techniques, such as smoking, drying, salting, fermentation, and modern processing like surimi and frozen products. Below are some common types of processed fishery products:

1. Smoked Fish

Smoked fish is fish preserved through smoking. This process not only extends its shelf life but also gives it a distinctive aroma and taste. Popular examples of smoked fish include smoked tuna, smoked catfish, and cakalang fufu (smoked skipjack tuna).

2. Salted Fish

Salted fish is a processed fish product preserved by salting and drying. This process aims to reduce moisture content, preventing spoilage by bacteria. Examples include salted anchovies, peda fish, and jambal roti fish.

3. Fish Floss

Fish floss is a dried shredded fish product with a savory taste. Commonly used fish for making floss include tuna, catfish, and pangasius.

4. Fish Nuggets

Fish nuggets are modern fish-based products that are widely popular, especially among children. They are usually made from minced fish mixed with seasonings, coated with breadcrumbs, and either fried or frozen. Spanish mackerel and snapper are often used as the main ingredients.

5. Surimi and Its Derivatives

Surimi is processed fish meat that has been minced and washed to remove fat and water-soluble substances. Surimi can be further processed into various products such as fish balls, fish sausages, and crab sticks.

6. Fish Crackers

Fish crackers are snacks made from a mixture of fish, flour, and seasonings, which are then dried and fried. Examples of this product include mackerel crackers and catfish crackers.

7. Fish Paste (Terasi)

Fish paste is a fermented product made from fish or shrimp and is commonly used as a seasoning in Indonesian cuisine. It has a strong aroma and is often used in sambal (chili paste) preparation.

8. Canned Sardines and Other Products

Canned sardines are one of the most popular processed fishery products. The fish commonly used for sardines include sardines, mackerel, and tuna, which are packed in tomato sauce or oil.

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