KOMPAS.com – Yu Sheng, or what is known as Lucky Salad, is a typical Chinese New Year dish full of meaning and tradition.
Every stage of eating Yu Sheng, from arranging to stirring, symbolizes wishes for prosperity, happiness and good luck throughout the year.
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The tradition of eating Yu Sheng is a special moment that strengthens family togetherness during Chinese New Year.
With colorful, fresh ingredients and deep philosophical meaning, here are 9 tips for eating Yu Sheng, quoted from the page Kompas.com.
1. Say Happy Chinese New Year
The first step is to say “Gong Xi Fa Cai” with the family. This greeting is a prayer so that the new year will be full of luck and all wishes will come true.
2. Pour Lemon Juice over Raw Fish
Lemon is usually poured over salmon by saying “Ta Cia Ta Lie,” which means a prayer for abundant fortune throughout the year. The fresh aroma of lemon adds to the taste of raw fish in Yu Sheng.
3. Sprinkle Sesame Seeds and Peanuts
Sesame seeds and peanuts symbolize blessings and wealth. Sprinkle it while saying “U Fu Ling Men,” which means happiness will come throughout the year.
4. Pour in the Sesame Oil in a circular motion
Sesame oil poured in a circle symbolizes continuous flow of good fortune. Don’t forget to say “Chai Yuen Kwang Gin,” which means wealth will come from all directions.
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5. Spread the dumpling skins
Crackers or dumpling skins symbolize gold and luxury. When spreading it, say “Phien Ti Hwang Cin” as a symbol of a life full of prosperity.
6. Place the Salmon on Top of the Salad
The salmon is placed in the middle of the salad while saying “Nien Nien You Yi,” which means may there be abundance and blessings throughout the year. Fresh salmon is also a symbol of prosperity.
7. Mix Plum Sauce on Top of Salad
Sweet and fragrant plum sauce is poured as a symbol of harmony. When pouring, say “Cai Yuan Guang Jin,” which means abundant fortune from all directions.
8. Toss a Salad with Family Members
Use long chopsticks to stir the salad as a family. Raise Yu Sheng as high as possible while shouting the prayer, “Ta Cia I Chi Law Te Fung Sen Sui Chi,” as a symbol of high hopes and prosperity.
9. Enjoy Yu Sheng Together
After the ritual is complete, Yu Sheng is eaten together as a symbol of family togetherness. The combination of fresh, sweet and savory flavors creates the perfect harmony of flavors to start the new year.
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