If in some other places, the chirping of cicadas is the clearest signal to announce the arrival of summer, then the Cham people in Ninh Thuan also have a unique sound that is no less popular. wild, familiar. That is the sound of frogs calling each other.
Eagle frogs are amphibians, living in sand dunes or at the foot of mountains – where there are pieces of loose sandy land. Their favorite food is winged termites and low-flying insects.
The name “round frog” comes from its call for a mate. This species of frog does not “croak” as usual, but emits a “frog sound” that lasts all night and day and echoes throughout the space. They do not cry individually, but in unison. This is also a signal for frog hunters to know for sure where frogs exist.
When the first rains of the season fall, hundreds, thousands of frogs lie on the ground, in moist caves. Along rivers and streams, on the banks of fields, under leaves, they emerge to find food, lay eggs and mate. At this time, people can catch the whole pair. If you work hard and are lucky, you can catch 200 – 300 fish a night. According to the experience of many people, frogs are bolder at night than during the day.
Frogs are “abundant” for about half a month and then become fewer and fewer. Every year, the heavier and longer the rain, the more frogs appear. Many local people have taken advantage of the rare opportunity to earn extra income by catching and selling frogs. As for tourists from far away, catching frogs after the rain is truly a very interesting experience.
The Cham people consider frogs to be a rare specialty, because they are only available in May. , in June of the year, people can enjoy this unique flavor. Frog meat is sweet, fragrant, and has soft bones, so it is especially popular during drinking parties with friends and family. This is also a dish rich in protein and quite nutritious.
Dishes from frogs are especially popular with tourists. (Photo: Internet)
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Under the skillful hands of the Cham people in Ninh Thuan, green frogs are processed into many different dishes such as boiled and grilled sour soup or salad… Each processing method will have a unique flavor. A unique dish that captivates diners who have the opportunity to enjoy it. Grilled frogs are the easiest to prepare and most popular.
After being caught, frogs are washed with warm water to dry. Clean the mucous layer on the body and then dry it for a day in the sun so that the flavor becomes the most “standard”. When grilling frogs over an open fire, both the chef and diners will freely inhale the aroma of meat spreading in the space. This dish will be served with tamarind sauce with wild curry leaves and chili.
In the cool atmosphere of the first rain of the season, the tough and crunchy taste of frog meat blends with the spicy taste of Curry leaves will further stimulate the taste buds, pleasing everyone who enjoys grilled frogs.
If you want to cook a dish to entertain guests who come to your house, housewives will definitely not Skip the sour frog soup cooked with tamarind leaves. After cleaning, the frogs are cut into small pieces, marinated with onions, chili, sugar, fish sauce, and then stir-fried in oil.
The flavor of Cham people’s dishes can appeal to anyone. (Photo: Internet)
Next, drop a handful of roasted rice, tomatoes, and young tamarind leaves into the seasoned broth to enjoy immediately. Although the preparation is a bit complicated, a cup of hot, delicious soup is enough to make diners ecstatic.
In addition, the frogs are also “saved” by drying. People clean the intestines and dry them in the sun for about 2 hours, either salted or not. Dried frogs are often fried or grilled over charcoal.
Dried frogs are not greasy with bones and crispy meat dipped in tamarind fish sauce (or fresh lemon fish sauce) with a few slices of hot chili added for great flavor. extremely seductive. Some people peel off the skin and dry the meat separately. Many diners believe that dried frog skin, soaked in boiling water, then fried and puffed up, is as wonderful as any other dish.
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