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Majestic Chicken has long been a familiar dish for the people of the West, with its rustic yet captivating name, offering an irresistible aroma and flavor to those who indulge.
Majestic Chicken - A tantalizing delicacy from the heart of the Western region
Majestic Chicken is a dish of clay-wrapped roasted chicken, originating from China and featured in the royal menus of emperors. In Vietnam, this dish, known as Majestic Chicken, has long been a beloved specialty of the Western region, even making an appearance in the famous movie 'Southern Land.'
The chicken is meticulously prepared, marinated with spices, stuffed with cotton flower, shrimp, ginseng, mushrooms, salt, sugar, pepper, and various herbs sautéed to perfection; wrapped in lotus leaves to impart a pure fragrance, then finally coated with clay before being grilled for three hours. The clay is usually sourced from the vicinity of ponds to ensure proper adhesion, neither too dry nor too wet. The chicken is then brought out to be cracked open right in front of the diners.
When the chicken is peeled, its golden, shiny body emanates heat and an enticing aroma, blending the sweet taste of the meat with the refreshing scent of lotus leaves and lime leaves, along with the salty flavor of salt, the spicy aroma of pepper, and chili, making diners crave for more with each bite.
When indulging in the delicacy of Majestic Chicken, most tourists are seduced by its tender meat and delightful aroma. This is achieved by tightly wrapping the chicken in a layer of clay, allowing the juices to seep directly into the meat. Majestic Chicken often commands a higher price than other typical chicken dishes, yet it is always eagerly sought after by diners for its intricacy and delectable flavor.
To accompany this Majestic Chicken dish, diners typically enjoy it with lettuce, cucumbers, pickles, etc., along with a special dipping sauce specifically crafted for this dish.
According to Mytour
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Reference: Travel Handbook by Mytour
MytourNovember 29, 2022
