What's the difference between Dalian abalone and Dalian Jipin abalone?

There are the following differences between Dalian abalone and Dalian Jipin abalone:

1. Variety: Dalian abalone is Haliotis discus hannai, while Jipin abalone is a different kind of abalone.

2. Appearance: the shell shape of Haliotis diversicolor is flat and wide, and it is ear-shaped; Jipin abalone, on the other hand, is shaped like an ingot, with a high pillow and a firm body, and a hard texture.

3. Production method: Dalian abalone is usually cooked by stewing, roasting and grilling, while Jipin abalone is mainly used to steam ingredients such as Liaoshen.

4. Taste: Dalian abalone is tender, delicious and nutritious, while Jipin abalone is rich in fragrance, chewy and unique.

5. Origin: Haliotis discus hannai is mainly produced in Dalian, Liaoning Province, which is the main producing area of Haliotis discus hannai in China. Jipinbao, on the other hand, is mainly produced in Iwate Prefecture, Japan, hence its name, because the area is called Jibin.

To sum up, there are some differences between Dalian abalone and Dalian Jipin abalone in variety, appearance, making method, taste and origin.