Hue is one of the famous culinary cradles of Vietnam, attracting a large number of domestic and foreign tourists. In addition to the specialties that make up the “brand” such as mussel rice, beef noodle soup, spring rolls and spring rolls, … in the ancient capital, there is a popular dish that cannot be ignored. That is stir-fried vermicelli with turmeric.
This dish is made from the main ingredients of vermicelli and turmeric Although it only includes familiar ingredients, what makes the deliciousness of stir-fried vermicelli with turmeric is the meticulous preparation.
To make a delicious stir-fried vermicelli with turmeric, local people often go to the market early in the morning to choose fresh intestines and then clean them to remove them. remove all odors. In addition to intestines, people also use pig internal organs such as young liver and boiled blood.
All ingredients are cleaned, cut into bite-sized pieces, then marinated with salt, pepper, onion, and turmeric water. When the ingredients have absorbed the spices, quickly stir-fry them.
An indispensable important ingredient in this dish is turmeric. People choose turmeric roots that are moderately old so that when processed, they will have a characteristic aroma that is not too strong and will make the noodle dish a beautiful dark orange color.
In addition to turmeric juice, there is also a part of the turmeric root. Other fresh turmeric is crushed, added with spices, then stir-fried until cooked and set aside.
Next is the step of stir-frying the vermicelli. Vermicelli is stir-fried in a separate pan and stirred quickly to ensure the vermicelli is soft and not crushed. Then pour in the previously prepared tripe and turmeric water and mix well with the vermicelli.
When there are guests When ordering, the seller just starts by picking up vermicelli noodles, adding stir-fried tripe on top, and scooping out a spoonful of roasted turmeric and a pinch of coriander. Diners just need to mix the ingredients well and enjoy.
Not only is the noodle dish beautifully decorated with turmeric, it also has a delicious flavor that attracts diners at first sight. The greasy, chewy, crunchy taste of the intestines with the strong aroma of turmeric mixed with the soft and smooth vermicelli noodles is enough to make anyone who has the opportunity to enjoy it enjoy it.
Another special thing is that this dish also has a strange “burnt” part because the noodles are stir-fried for too long, leaving a little bit at the bottom of the pot. This vermicelli has a delicious crunch like burnt rice. Diners can wait until the restaurant owner sells half the pot before asking for more to enjoy.
Even though it is a famous specialty in Hue, if not told by a local, not many diners will know. that vermicelli stir-fried with turmeric also has the ability to treat coughs very effectively. That’s thanks to the fresh turmeric ingredient in this dish.
According to Oriental medicine, turmeric has a bitter taste, mild taste and contains many nutrients that are beneficial for health. In particular, turmeric also provides curcumin, a substance with antioxidant, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory and cough-treating effects.
Therefore, stir-fried vermicelli with turmeric is considered a famous winter delicacy that is safe for both the elderly and children. Many people when suffering from cough and cold often eat this noodle dish and notice positive effects.
In Hue, vermicelli stir-fried with turmeric is not simply a natural “medicine” used to treat diseases, but also a famous afternoon gift that attracts tourists inside and outside the city. If you have the opportunity to come to the ancient capital, you can enjoy this dish at famous markets or roadside eateries such as in front of Dong Ba market, An Cuu market, 10/154 Ba Trieu street, 19 Tran Quang Khai…
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