Inkfish

Inkfish, or cuttlefish, features a crispy taste and high protein content. The classic way to prepare it is to boil it and dip it in soy sauce. Other popular dishes include stir-fried inkfish, inkfish in sauce, and grilled inkfish.

Mud snail

Stir-fried or pickled mud snail is an essential part of any Zhoushan local's diet. It is commonly served with rice and wine.

Sea melon seeds

Sea melon seeds, or small white clams, are a type of creature grown in coastal shoals. Tender and refreshing, they are a daily part of many Zhoushan families' diets.

Razor clams

The pollution-free natural environment and high water quality in Zhoushan make the island suitable for the farming of razor clams. Zhoushan-grown razor clams are extremely delicious after a simple boil.

Kelp

The harvest season for kelp lasts from mid-May to late June. Different varieties of the dish include cold kelp, fried kelp, and pork chop soup with kelp. It is a daily menu item for many in Zhoushan.