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Pù Luông in Thanh Hóa during September draws numerous visitors who come to witness the captivating golden colors of the rice fields in full bloom. Along with the scenic beauty, Pù Luông offers a tempting and diverse food scene that no one can forget once they've tasted it.
Free-Range Chicken
Free-range chicken is perhaps one of the most memorable dishes in Pù Luông. The chickens here roam freely in the forest, feeding on rice and a variety of wild herbs and plants, which results in meat that is firm, flavorful, and highly nutritious.
The locals prepare free-range chicken in many delicious ways, with the simplest being boiled or steamed chicken. Although basic, this method preserves the sweet and aromatic flavor of the chicken.
A more elaborate dish is roasted chicken, which is fragrant with crispy skin, often served with salt, chili, and a hint of lime leaves. The lingering taste of this dish leaves a lasting impression on anyone who tries it.
Cổ Lũng Duck
Cổ Lũng Duck is a rare breed raised by the Thai people in Bản Hiêu – Pù Luông. These ducks weigh around 1.5kg when fully grown, with short legs, but their meat is firm and sweet due to being raised entirely in the wild. The locals consider the meat of these ducks a special delicacy reserved for honored guests, so it is rarely found for sale in markets.
Cổ Lũng Duck is traditionally boiled to retain its natural sweetness and aroma. Alternatively, the duck can be roasted with Moc Mat leaves, creating a deliciously unique and fragrant dish.
Cap Nách Pork
Another must-try dish in Pù Luông is Cap Nách Pork. This unique pork comes from pigs raised by the Mường people, roaming freely and feeding on wild vegetables, drinking from streams, and bathing in mountain springs, resulting in firm meat and crispy skin. After cleaning, the pig is smoked over straw for flavor, seasoned with salt, Mac Khen, and Doi seeds, then roasted to a golden perfection over hot coals. This incredibly appetizing dish is sure to leave anyone craving more after their first bite.
Stone Snails
Visiting Pù Luông during this time of year offers the perfect opportunity to enjoy the delicious stone snails, which are at their fattest. These snails are a unique delicacy found only in Pù Luông. They live in crevices in the rocks and are most abundant during the rainy season, making them a rare treat. Unlike snails that live in mud, these stone snails are quite clean, requiring only a brief soak and rinse to be ready for cooking.
Once cleaned, the snails are steamed with fish sauce or a mix of lime and lemongrass for the best flavor. When served, dip them in chili fish sauce. The fresh, tender snails maintain their sweet, chewy, and aromatic taste, making it impossible to stop eating even when you're full.
In addition to the dishes mentioned, Pù Luông's cuisine offers many other unique flavors waiting for you to explore and savor. And if you're planning to visit this beautiful region for an adventure and experience, don't forget to contact Mytour.vn through the hotline 1900 2083 to book the best-priced flights to Thanh Hoá!
T.Hai, 28th August 2023, 15:47
