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Snail Vermicelli, also known as periwinkles or rice shell snails, is a type of small-sized snail with vibrant colors. They are typically found in the coastal regions of Central Vietnam, particularly concentrated in Quang Nam province. This dish is closely associated with the childhood memories of Central Vietnamese individuals.
Snail Vermicelli (Periwinkles)
Snail Vermicelli is like a precious sacred gift bestowed by nature to the inhabitants of the coastal areas of Central Vietnam. These snails usually emerge from the first lunar month onwards and last for about 3 months. During this time, large buckets of snails can be seen sold everywhere in the major markets of our Central region.
To create the most delicious Snail Vermicelli dish, the article below will reveal to you some simple yet aromatic ways to cook Snail Vermicelli.
1. Stir-fried Snail Vermicelli with Lemongrass and Chili
Stir-fried Snail Vermicelli with Lemongrass and Chili is one of the most familiar dishes due to its simple recipe combined with ingredients close to the diners. Additionally, this dish brings a very delicious and attractive aroma. On leisure days or weekends, enjoying a bowl of Stir-fried Snail Vermicelli with Lemongrass and Chili is incomparable. Let's check out the cooking method below.
Ingredients for Stir-fried Snail Vermicelli with Lemongrass and Chili serving 3 people
- 1kg of Snail Vermicelli
- 5 stalks of Lemongrass, 3 Chili Peppers
- 1 piece of Ginger, 3 tablespoons of Fish Sauce
- 2 tablespoons of Sugar, 1 tablespoon of Salt
- 1 tablespoon of MSG, 15ml of cooking oil
Ingredients for Stir-fried Snail Vermicelli with Lemongrass and Chili
Method for Cooking Stir-fried Snail Vermicelli with Lemongrass and Chili
Step 1: Prepare ingredients for Stir-fried Snail Vermicelli with Lemongrass and Chili
- After bringing the snails home, give them a quick rinse with clean water, then soak them in a bowl of rice water for about 2 hours to allow them to release any sand and impurities they may have absorbed. Since snails live under the sea sand, they tend to accumulate a lot of sand.
- After soaking in rice water, it's advisable to rinse the snails thoroughly several times with water to ensure they are cleanest when cooking.
- Clean the lemongrass, discard any withered leaves, then crush the lemongrass heads and finely chop them.
- Wash the chili peppers and ginger thoroughly, peel the ginger, and finely chop them. We'll reserve 3 - 4 thin slices of ginger to add to the snails while boiling.
Step 2: Proceed to stir-fry the snails with ginger, lemongrass, and chili
- First, bring a pot of water to a boil, then blanch the snails for about 3 minutes, remove and rinse them thoroughly with water, and drain. This process is to remove impurities and any remaining sand in the snails once again.
- Next, heat a large pan, add chopped lemongrass with cooking oil and stir-fry until fragrant. Then add 3 slices of ginger, blanched snails drained, and stir-fry together. Now we will add the seasonings: salt, sugar, fish sauce, lemongrass, ginger, minced garlic. We will stir-fry for 2 - 3 minutes for the seasonings to infuse into the snails, then season to taste.
- Finally, after the snails have absorbed the seasonings and cooked through, we will turn off the heat and transfer the snails to a bowl or large plate to cool down. This enhances the delicious and delightful taste for the diners.
Stir-fried snails with lemongrass and chili
The finished product for Stir-fried snails with lemongrass and chili
Fresh and delicious snails soaked in rich and flavorful lemongrass and spicy chili, incredibly attractive and enticing. Despite their small size, snail meat, especially the tail part, becomes rich, fragrant, and delicious through the preparation of stir-fried snails, Don't miss out on this delicious dish when visiting the coastal region of Central Vietnam.
Finished product: Stir-fried snails with lemongrass and chili
2. Seasoned Stir-fried Snails
Seasoned stir-fried snails is an extremely simple method where we just need to boil the snails, then mix seasoning to eat alongside. This method is suitable for vendors in their business endeavors.
Ingredients for seasoned stir-fried snails
- 1kg snails
- Lemongrass 5 stalks, ginger 1 knob, chili peppers 2
- Shallots 5 bulbs
- Seasonings: 1 tablespoon sugar, 3 tablespoons seasoning powder, 1 tablespoon soup base salt (spicy salt)
- Black pepper 2 tablespoons, dried shallots, cooking oil, 4 tablespoons fish sauce
- Necessary tools: small plastic boxes, plastic cups
Ingredients for Seasoned Stir-fried Snails
Method for Making Seasoned Stir-fried Snails
- Prepare the ingredients
After purchasing the snails, we also wash them clean with water, then soak them in salty water for about 30 - 45 minutes to remove sand and impurities. Next, we rinse them again and soak them once more with rice wash water for 45 minutes to ensure the snails are cleaner.
Ingredients such as lemongrass, ginger, and chili are washed clean, then chopped or finely minced.
Shallots are peeled and sliced thinly, then placed separately in a bowl.
- Procedure for making Seasoned Stir-fried Snails
Boil a pot of water and then add the snails to boil for 10 minutes until they are evenly cooked. When the snails are cooked, remove them and drain.
Heat a pan, add 2 tablespoons of cooking oil, and when the oil is hot, add sliced shallots and stir-fry until golden and fragrant, then remove the shallots to a plate.
Prepare a mixture of broth consisting of: 1 tablespoon of sugar, 3 tablespoons of fish sauce, 1 tablespoon of water, then stir well to dissolve the seasonings. Finally, add chopped lemongrass, chili, and ginger, and stir well to blend the flavors.
After the snails are drained, marinate them with a little seasoning: chili salt, chopped lemongrass, and pepper to enhance the flavor. When eating the snails, simply add the prepared condiments such as: fried shallots, diluted fish sauce, chili salt, and mix well to enjoy.
Finished Product: Seasoned Stir-fried Snails
With just a few simple steps, we can have a delicious and flavorful mixed snail dish ready to enjoy. Simply add some lemon grass or sharp-pointed toothpicks to skewer the snail meat out and savor. It's so easy, why wait? Let's show off our skills right away!
Deliciously Seasoned Snails
Note: The Best and Most Enjoyable Way to Eat Snails
To fully enjoy the flavor of snails, we should skewer them into the mouth without chewing immediately. Let the accompanying seasonings blend with the snails evenly on the tongue. When skewering 5 - 10 snails into the mouth, then we can begin to appreciate the delicious taste of snail meat combined with the marinated seasonings.
A simple dish but loved by many, even the most discerning food connoisseurs. That's why snail dishes, especially the ruốc snails, are highly regarded among the people of the Central region.
Furthermore, the shells of ruốc snails are ingeniously crafted by locals into charming bracelets and adorable necklaces for tourists visiting the area. These shells are even used by artisans to create famous artworks, forming vibrant and colorful paintings.
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Artworks Made from Ruốc Snail Shells
So, if you ever have the chance to visit the Central coastal region, don't miss out on this precious experience.
The article above shares with you how to cook delicious ruốc snails and how to eat them properly. Wishing you an enjoyable experience reading the shared article.
