Yellow catfish (黄鸭叫，huang ya jiao)

Yellow catfish [Photo/Changsha.com.cn]

The name of this dish is derived from the yellow color of the catfish and the strange duck-like noise they make when they are caught. The dish itself is fried until crispy, and is adored by Changsha locals for its fragrant, fresh and spicy flavor. The head of the fish is a delicacy in itself, and is often reserved for the most senior person at the dining table.