Dried Sticks of Bream, 30g/1.05oz

A bream straw is a dish that is a fillet of bream, cut into thin long pieces and dried to the state of straws. This is a traditional snack that can be found in the kitchens of many Eastern European countries, especially in Russia, Ukraine and Belarus.

 

The bream straw has a characteristic taste and aroma, which is due to the properties of the bream itself and the process of its preparation. Bream is a freshwater fish of the carp family, which has tender meat and low fat content. During the drying process, the bream fillet acquires a crispy texture, and is also saturated with smoke aromas, which gives the straw a special taste and makes it an ideal snack for beer.

 

Usually, a bream straw is prepared from fresh fish. The bream fillet is separated from the bones and skin, cut into thin strips and dried in special dryers or outdoors. Often, before drying, the straw can be pre-pickled in spices, salt and vinegar.

 

The result is a fragrant and delicious snack, which can be served either cold or slightly warmed up. Bream straws are usually eaten by dipping it in various sauces or just like that, with beer or other drinks.