The fish salad is so good, you'll never forget it!

If you're tired of endless sandy beaches and want to find a less -touristied place with a mangrove forest ecosystem and rugged rocky shores, then Hon Mot (Bai Thom commune, Phu Quoc city, Kien Giang province) will be a very interesting destination.

Near Hon Mot Island, there are many restaurants selling delicious fresh seafood. Tourists can eat here and then walk to Hon Mot Island to take photos. Of course, you can't miss the delicious food, especially the fish salad.

Hon Mot Island (Bai Thom commune, Phu Quoc city, Kien Giang province) is not only famous for its picturesque scenery but also for its special fish salad dish.

The raw fish salad is served with onions at the bottom, and grated coconut and peanuts sprinkled evenly over the tender white fish fillets. Before serving, the chef mixes all the ingredients together to enhance the flavor. When eating, wrap the mixed fish fillets with fresh vegetables in rice paper, dip in the prepared fish sauce, and enjoy. The fresh, succulent fish fillets blend perfectly with the spicy kick of the onions and chili peppers, the rich creaminess of the peanuts and grated coconut, and the savory-sweet flavor of the fish sauce… creating an unforgettable taste. One roll, two rolls, three rolls… you can’t stop until the plate of raw fish salad is empty. Although it’s raw fish, you can barely taste the fishy smell because the fish has been marinated with lime or vinegar.

The "cá giỏi" (a type of fish with a pointed snout) is about the size of two fingers or less, and lives near the shore, making it easy to catch. While this fish is found in many other coastal areas, the way it's prepared as a raw fillet salad isn't something you'll find everywhere like in Phu Quoc. The owner of a "cá giỏi" salad restaurant near Hon Mot Island says this fish is available year-round, but not in as large quantities as herring, so not every restaurant sells it or always has it in stock. The preparation and eating method are similar to herring salad, but each type of fish offers its own unique flavor. If you've tried herring salad before, try this "cá giỏi" salad to compare and appreciate the difference!

Source: https://nld.com.vn/du-lich-xanh/goi-ca-gioi-an-la-nho-20220401212413032.htm