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Eel vermicelli is fondly remembered by diners for its sweet and clear broth, the tenderness of the meat, and the chewy, crispy vermicelli, often a sought-after dish when the weather turns cold.
Eel Vermicelli - A Winter Specialty in Hanoi
Eel vermicelli is a beloved dish among Hanoians, enjoyed endlessly. However, the preparation of this dish is also considered quite intricate.
After being thoroughly cleaned, the eel is marinated with spices, then fried until golden and crispy or stir-fried until firm. The vermicelli is rinsed, blanched in boiling water, then immersed in the eel broth to swell and absorb the rich flavor.
There are typically two types of vermicelli: broth vermicelli and mixed vermicelli. Broth vermicelli is served with broth simmered from eel bones, along with bean sprouts, shiitake mushrooms, wood ear mushrooms, and cilantro. Many people, even when far from Hanoi, still crave the sensation of biting into crispy eel, soft vermicelli, sweet bean sprouts, and the fragrance of herbs.
For mixed eel vermicelli, the dish comes with pre-stir-fried eel. It's accompanied by bean sprouts, cilantro, basil, chili, and lime. Many tourists suggest that mixing eel vermicelli with a bit of garlic chili vinegar makes it even tastier and potentially addictive.
The broth is what determines the deliciousness of a bowl of eel vermicelli. Many diners prefer broth simmered from eel for its depth, sweetness, devoid of any fishy taste, and fragrant with herbs and shallots.
The average price for a bowl of eel vermicelli is 35,000 VND, and if you want to add extra eel meat, it's 45,000 VND. This dish can be enjoyed in all seasons, but broth vermicelli is particularly favored during the cold days or when the weather turns chilly.
One of the delightful eel vermicelli eateries is located on Đê La Thành Street or Hai Bà Trưng Street, Hàng Điếu, Chân Cầm.
According to Tuyết Mai/Vnexpress
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Reference: Travel Guide by Mytour
MytourDecember 20, 2016
