In the marine memory of Penghu, fresh fish is not only a seasonal gift but also a symbol of blessing from the deep-sea civilization—a sign of safety and a bountiful harvest. Whenever fresh fish is abundant, people seal this gift from the ocean with sunlight. When the fish body is tempered by sunlight and sea breeze and turns into dried fish, the islanders gently tap it with a wooden mallet to soften it and release its flavor.
