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Hypophthalmichthys molitrix ?Alternative name:
Silver Carp
Hypophthalmichthys molitrix

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Silver_carp

July: The silver carp continues to feed actively, increasing fat reserves.

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No danger. Commonly farmed in southern Russia and Ukraine. Popular in Chinese cuisine as a dietary fish.
Feeds on phytoplankton, filters water through gill rakers. Can grow up to 20 kg, but usually caught at 2–5 kg.
Bottom and float fishing with groundbait Special rigs: "silver carp killer", foam balls Surface fishing during summer
Active in hot weather, especially in morning and evening. Prefers still or slow-flowing waters.
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Has many small bones — better for minced meat or fillet. Bones become easier to remove after freezing. Important aquaculture species.
Fillet: Frying, baking, stewing, cutlets
Whole fish: Fish soup, stuffing
Silver carp cutlets (Frying)
Good way to deal with bones
1. Grind fillet with onion and bread.
2. Salt, shape into patties, and fry in a pan.
Stuffed silver carp (Baking)
Whole fish stuffed with grains and vegetables
1. Clean fish and remove backbone.
2. Fill with rice, carrot, and herbs mixture.
3. Bake at 180°C for 40 minutes.
Silver carp fish soup (Boiling)
Rich broth, especially with head and bones
1. Boil head and backbone for 30 minutes.
2. Add potatoes, carrots, and onions.
3. Finish with bay leaf, pepper, and herbs.