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Hu Tieu and Bun Rieu Crab are among the many enticing dishes for tourists when visiting Cai Rang Floating Market, Can Tho in the early mornings.
Explore Can Tho with a Breakfast Feast of Hu Tieu and Bun Rieu Crab at Cai Rang Floating Market
Drifting along the peaceful river in Can Tho, tourists cannot miss the opportunity to indulge in the flavorful and rich dishes of the Mekong Delta.
Hu Tieu
Surely, no one is unfamiliar with Hu Tieu, a dish that offers numerous variations and flavors. But at Cai Rang Floating Market, amidst the vast waterways, enjoying a bowl of Hu Tieu will give you a unique experience.
The noodles in this region are exceptionally firm, smooth, and chewy, served in a broth adorned with slices of meat, thinly sliced beef balls, a few bean sprouts, and fresh green onions.
To achieve a rich and savory broth, it is said that the bones must be simmered for over 3 hours. Sitting on the swaying boat, every time another boat passes by, picking up a strand of noodles with a piece of meat will make you feel excited and delighted.
Bun Rieu Crab Noodle Soup
The floating market convenes from the early hours of the morning with a wide array of products including vegetables like sweet potatoes, squash, pumpkins, bitter melons, and turnips, as well as rice, various types of tea, cakes, and fruits. Operating entirely on the water, serving food to customers does not become difficult because of this.
The quaint boats display food, cooking utensils, and extend greetings to every passing group of visitors. You simply need to sit back and call out to any passing boat to enjoy a hearty breakfast with the flavors of the Mekong Delta.
Once hailed by Skyscanner as a must-try dish in a lifetime, Bun Rieu Crab Noodle Soup also leaves a lasting impression on diners with its characteristic shrimp paste flavor and fragrant aroma from the crab meat. A bowl of Bun Rieu, after being expertly prepared, is visually appealing with the red hue of tomatoes, the green of scallions, the aroma of shrimp paste, and a hint of spicy chili that will surely leave you raving.
Eating on a boat requires steady hands; one slip and your meal could be overboard. This demands careful preparation and skill. However, it doesn't limit the culinary experience. A bowl of noodles comes with fresh lime, cilantro, shrimp paste, and a plate of crisp, fresh vegetables. For those who enjoy spice, adding finely ground chili peppers can elevate the flavor.
The beauty of dining on a boat extends beyond the taste of the food; it's the atmosphere that captivates travelers. Amidst the cool breeze of early morning at the floating market, amidst the bustling sounds, occasionally, the gentle touch of the wind, a steaming bowl of noodles will leave a lasting impression.
Source: Vnexpress
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Reference: Travel guide by Mytour
MytourApril 5th, 2016
