Queuing up to eat burnt liver pho Bac Ninh

GĐXH - Bac Ninh, a land famous for its sweet quan ho melodies and diverse cultural heritage, is also known for its unique cuisine , of which pho gan chao has become a highlight not to be missed. This is a rustic yet sophisticated dish, reflecting the characteristics of Northern culinary culture.

Origin and uniqueness

Burnt liver pho is an interesting variation of traditional pho, combining sweet and fragrant broth, soft and chewy pho noodles and especially burnt pork liver. This dish originates from the creativity of Bac Ninh people, taking advantage of familiar ingredients but processing them in a new way to create a unique flavor.

The highlight of Pho with burnt liver lies in the harmonious combination of ingredients: liver is carefully processed, retaining its richness without being dry; broth simmered from bones for many hours brings a natural sweet taste; along with soft pho noodles, fully absorbing the flavor from the broth and burnt liver.

Located in an alley on Tran Luu Street, Thi Cau Ward, Mr. Hoang Xuan Vinh’s (65 years old) restaurant is known by many people for its burnt liver pho. This is a familiar breakfast place for many people. The unique feature is that the liver is fried until it is burnt black in a pan of oil.

Image of the famous burnt liver pho restaurant in Dap Cau, Bac Ninh, crowded with people lining up.

Mr. Vinh said that in the early days of selling burnt liver pho, he was not able to convince customers. It took him 6 years to adjust the recipe, improve the quality of the product, and season the spices to his liking to get a delicious bowl of pho. 'When the liver was delivered, we had to fry it, leaving the black pieces and throwing away the yellow ones. Every day, the restaurant consumes about 30kg of liver and sells more than 300 bowls of pho, with more on weekends,' the restaurant owner said.

The restaurant has a special space in a small alley, people often call it "the pho restaurant facing the wall".

The chef continuously stirs the liver in the pan for about 20 minutes until it is burnt black, then takes it out.

Fresh pork liver is carefully processed to remove the odor, then fried over high heat until charred black, but still retains the softness inside and the aroma of the liver.

The oil used to fry the liver is changed after each batch to avoid burning.

Image of a kitchen with boiling pans.

Unique taste experience

A full bowl of pho includes charred liver, lean meat that must be tender loin, thinly sliced, kidney marinated with spices and stir-fried with onions, tomatoes and garlic. Each bowl of pho costs from 30,000 to 50,000 VND.

When enjoying, diners will feel the harmony of the fatty taste of the burnt liver, the sweetness of the broth, and the soft pho noodles. The dish is also embellished with the aroma of fried onions, pepper and raw vegetables. All create a unique culinary symphony, bearing the mark of Northern cuisine.

The broth is the soul of pho. Different from the usual pho broth, burnt liver pho broth has a rich golden brown color, a sweet taste combined with the aroma of burnt liver to create a special flavor.

Burnt liver pho is not only a delicious dish but also carries a strong cultural value. It is a testament to the culinary creativity of Bac Ninh people - a land that always knows how to preserve and develop traditional beauty. This dish is often chosen by locals and tourists for gatherings, or simply to enjoy a complete breakfast.

Most of the customers who come to the restaurant are regulars. Mr. Nguyen Van Minh (Bac Ninh) shared that this is a restaurant that is associated with his childhood. 'I have been eating here since I was a child, my father used to take me here for breakfast. I really like to eat liver pho here, because the taste is familiar and suits my taste. Every week, I come here to eat about 2-3 times'.

Bac Ninh burnt liver pho is not only a dish but also a symbol of the combination of tradition and modernity. If you have the opportunity to visit the land of Quan Ho, do not forget to experience this unique dish to fully feel the flavor and soul of Bac Ninh.

Source: https://giadinh.suckhoedoisong.vn/xep-hang-an-pho-gan-chay-bac-ninh-172241226180055572.htm