Vietnam is internationally acknowledged for its diverse seafood, with squid being one of the most popular items on many menus. Phan Thiet City has built its image on a particular squid dish known as sun-dried squid, which has attracted many chefs and revelers to the city.
Muc mot nang is fresh squid that has been dried in the sun for one day. The squid, grilled with chilies and lemon and served in fish sauce, is available anywhere in the city but one of the best places to try this tasty specialty is Cay Bang Restaurant.
Another local favorite is steamed bo hom fish, nicknamed “Thiet giap bien” (sea armour) because of its square shape and the patterns on its body. It is sweet, juicy and nutritious, especially when combined with the flavors of aromatic herbs, salty fish sauce and sweet Phu Long griddle cake. Revelers can enjoy bo hom at many of the eateries on Pham Van Dong Street along Ca Ty River.
While steamed bo hom fish is typically a low-priced dish, steamed mu fish, mixed with fravegetables and fish sauce prepared with lemon, sugar, garlic and chilies, is more expensive and provides high nutrition. Toan Duong Restaurant near Doi Duong beach and Sao Bien Restaurant are two of the more popular venues for this dish.
Sweet snail – Precious gift from the sea
Sweet snail is considered one of the most delicious seafoods. As its name suggests, oc huong, or sweet snail, is unique becaof its natural and enchanting fragrance. Sweet snail is a precious, exotic seafood becait is difficult to find and buy. So everyone should try to enjoy it once in his or her life.
Sweet snail catches the eye with its light yellow shell garnished with brown spots. Unlike other kinds of snails, which are named after their shapes, the sweet snail’s name comes from its scent. You will feel relaxed while enjoying sweet snail. The sweet snail’s strange and aromatic smell encourages appetite.
Sweet snail can be made into different mouth-watering dishes, like steamed sweet snail with onion and ginger, baked sweet snail, grilled sweet snail, and roasted sweet snail with garlic. No matter how sweet snail is prepared, it always has a delicious flavour.
It is easy to prepare these dishes. After the sweet snail is cleaned, the chef mixes the meat with some ingredients, like fresh mushroom, ice cream, and cheese, and then puts the mixture into the oven. In a few minutes the sweet snail releases a scent and is ready to serve guests.
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