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Preparation
20 minutes
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Cooking
25 minutes
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Difficulty
Easy
When it comes to Hạ Long specialties, we certainly cannot overlook the dish of squid noodles. With its own distinctive flavor, Hạ Long squid noodles have long captivated many diners visiting this land. Today, the Vào bếp section of TasteVN will guide you on how to make this soup dish. Let’s get cooking right away!
Ingredients for Squid Noodles For 2 people
Squid cakes 300 gr Pork bones 500 gr Tomatoes 3 pieces Pineapple 1 piece (Pineapple) Spring onions 2 stalks Fish sauce 1 tablespoon Common seasonings a little (Salt/ Sugar/ Seasoning powder)
How to choose fresh ingredients
How to choose fresh tomatoes
- Choose tomatoes that are bright red, evenly colored, intact, and not bruised. They should have the distinctive aroma of tomatoes.
- It is advisable to pick those with stems still attached, with fresh stems sticking tightly to the top of the tomato.
- Avoid selecting bruised tomatoes or those without a fragrant smell, as they are likely to be overripe.
See details: How to choose fresh tomatoes
How to choose fresh and delicious pineapple
- Choose pineapples that have a bright yellow color from the crown to the end, or a few spots that are slightly green, indicating that the fruit is just ripe and has a mild sweetness.
- Short pineapples (round shape) have more flesh than long pineapples (cylindrical shape).
- Choose fruits with large eyes, and the farther apart the eyes are, the better, so that after peeling off all the eyes, you will get a thick core.
- It is best to choose fresh pineapples that are just ripe, which will not be too hard or too soft; pressing your finger into the pineapple’s skin will not leave a dent.
See details: How to choose fresh and delicious pineapple
Where to buy squid cakes
You can find squid cakes at markets, supermarkets, or through e-commerce sites at reasonable prices. Additionally, to ensure quality, you can also try making squid cakes at home using the recipe shared by TasteVN.
How to prepare Squid Noodles
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Preparing vegetables
Peel the pineapple, cut off the eyes, remove the core, and cut it into bite-sized pieces.
Wash and cut the tomatoes into wedges.
Wash the green onions. Keep the root part separate while finely chopping the green leaves.
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Prepare pork bones
Wash the pork bones thoroughly, soak them in diluted saltwater for 5 minutes.
Then blanch the bones in boiling water for 5 minutes, then remove and let them drain.
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Cook the broth
Place a pot on the stove, add 1 liter of water and the pork bones to simmer on low heat. Season with 1 teaspoon of salt, 1 teaspoon of seasoning powder, 1 tablespoon of sugar, and 1 tablespoon of fish sauce to let the flavors infuse into the bones.
Tip: To make the broth clear and tastier, remember to skim off the foam regularly during cooking!
When the water boils, add the tomatoes and pineapple and cook for another 5 minutes. Finally, add the pre-fried squid cake to the pot, adjust the seasoning, and cook for another 3 minutes before finishing.
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Finished Product
Arrange the noodles in a bowl and pour the broth over. Sprinkle a little green onion and pepper, and you have an enticing bowl of squid meatball noodle soup to treat the family. The squid meatballs are chewy and sweet, dipped in a bit of chili sauce paired with the noodles and rich broth will be very appealing.
The dish has the sour taste of tomatoes, the sweetness of pineapple, and the special flavor of the crispy, chewy delicious squid meatballs that will surely win over even the pickiest eaters. Wishing you success with this delicious and nutritious dish!
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Above is a guide on how to make bún chả mực with the authentic flavor of Ha Long, delicious, rich, and extremely simple and easy to make that anyone can do. Wishing you success with this recipe!
*Images and recipe reference from the YouTube channel #1 Đặc Sản Khô Sài Gòn – KHONIA Food.
