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Duck, briefly fried and then simmered in a broth enriched with bone stock and Chinese herbs until soft, has attracted patrons for generations.
Exploring Saigon: Delight in Decades-Old Duck Noodles
Duck noodles, a dish embraced by the Chinese, have become widely cherished in Saigon. Stroll through the city's core to discover a range of duck noodle shops, from modest to upscale.
Situated on Nguyen Trai Street (District 5), Hai Ky is one of the few Chinese eateries in the city with a legacy spanning over 50 years, celebrated for its unparalleled meat flavor and broth.
Originating around 1975 on Nguyen Tri Phuong Street, District 10, and after several relocations, it now thrives on the bustling Nguyen Trai Street. Its reputation has grown through recommendations, drawing an ever-growing crowd.
According to the restaurant owner, the key to the dish's success lies in the seasoning of the duck-braising broth, which includes about five types of Chinese herbs and bone stock. The duck is briefly fried before being cooked in this mixture until soft. Recently, responding to a preference for crispy duck, the restaurant has introduced a version where the braised duck is refried to golden perfection to meet customer's tastes.
Hai Ky distinguishes itself from other duck noodle shops with its noodles. The shop produces its own noodles using a traditional family recipe, notably using less alkaline water, resulting in noodles that offer a chewy texture and the rich flavor of eggs.
One of the restaurant's highlights is its fast and attentive service. Guests don't have to wait long for their food. A steaming bowl of noodles, exuding the aroma of Chinese herbs and shiitake mushrooms, is sure to impress.
Beyond its signature duck noodles, Hai Ky offers a variety of other dishes to satisfy different tastes, including hoisin barbecue pork noodles, wonton noodles, and soup dumplings. Crispy fried dumplings and pork hock soup are also on the menu.
A traditional bowl of duck noodles with shiitake mushrooms at Hai Ky is priced at 97,000 VND, with prices for other dishes starting from 50,000 VND.
Source: Vnexpress
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Reference: Mytour Travel Guide
MytourAugust 12, 2016
