Vietnam can be called a paradise for foodies, with many unique foods, such as pho, spring rolls, Vietnamese coffee, etc....
However, in addition to these common foods, Vietnam also has many unique "dark dishes". Have you ever eaten these?
1, coconutworm
Coconutworm is a delicacy that is popular in Vietnam and locals like to eat it very much. Although coconut worm looks a bit scary, its nutritional value is very high.
Fried coconut worms, roasted coconut worms and even raw pickled coconut worms are very common in Vietnamese food stalls.
2, duck egg
duck eggs are duck eggs that have been hatched for 15 to 18 days (i.e., young duck embryos that stay in the late stage of the embryo) boil water and add seasonings and eat them directly. They are a beauty product and the best supplement for Vietnamese women during confinement.
3, cicada pupa
cicada pupa is usually fried or stir-fried, very crispy and suitable for frailty, sick, elderly and postpartum women. The entire cicada pupa can be eaten after frying.
4, bamboo insects
Bamboo insects are a delicacy that people in northern Vietnam like very much. From September to November every year, everyone will go to the woods to catch bamboo insects. This is a seasonal delicacy and not available at all times.
5, grasshopper
fried grasshopper is also a very popular dish in Vietnam. Grasshoppers in many places in Vietnam have plump meat and are suitable for fried cooking.
6, termite queen
termite queen is considered a very precious supplement in Vietnam, and is also called natural "cordyceps". Vietnamese generally use it to soak in wine.
7, fried scorpion
fried scorpion is also a very popular delicacy in Vietnam. Some people in Vietnam think that eating these fried scorpions frequently will strengthen their bodies and is immune to various diseases of .
It is reported that in ancient Vietnam, fried scorpion was a delicacy that only nobles could enjoy, and civilians were not qualified.
8, mouse meat
Vietnamese generally eat Paddy rats. It is reported that this type of mouse feeds on grass, sweet potatoes, cassava and rice, so they taste fresh and tender, and have a variety of methods: grilled, fried, and fried.
9. Fried four-legged snake
''Four-legged snake'' is also called lizard. Clean the four-legged snake, then put it in boiling water, scrape the scales clean, remove the intestines, and then fry until crispy. You can dip it in chili fish sauce.
Finally, what other unique and delicious foods have you tried in Vietnam? Welcome to leave a message to share~
