Hai Lang rice porridge

The rice-growing region of Hai Lang has long been famous for its snakehead fish porridge. Using readily available ingredients such as fragrant rice ground into flour and wild snakehead fish from the low-lying rice paddies, the people of Hai Lang have created this rustic dish. To achieve a delicious, spicy bowl of porridge, several elaborate steps are required, imbued with the heartfelt dedication of the simple, honest people of the countryside. To truly enjoy Hai Lang's snakehead fish porridge, besides the two main ingredients – fish and flour – one must add various seasonings like galangal and chili peppers for an unforgettable flavor.

Rice flour is kneaded and cut into soft, pliable strands.

The snakehead fish meat is cleaned and marinated with spices.

To enjoy a bowl of spicy rice porridge, diners have to wait.

Sticky, fragrant, and spicy Hai Lang rice porridge

Enjoy a bowl of fragrant, spicy rice porridge.

Photo: Vi Anh - Thuy Anh

Source: https://baoquangtri.vn/chao-bot-hai-lang-192234.htm