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Chạo tôm
Chạo tôm with bún ( rice vermicelli), mung beans, shredded carrot and lettuce, mint, and crushed peanuts
Place of origin Vietnam
Region or state Huế region of Central Vietnam
Main ingredientsBún ( rice vermicelli), mung beans, shredded carrot and lettuce, mint, and crushed peanuts

Chạo tôm is a traditional Vietnamese dish that comes from the Huế region of Central Vietnam. It consists of shrimp surimi grilled on a sugar cane stick. It is often presented as a dish during large banquets prepared for weddings, holidays, or similar special events.

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References

  • Claiborne, Craig (December 5, 1974), "The Special Delights of Vietnamese Cooking: Fats Used Minimally", The New York Times.
  • Raichlen, Stephen (August 2, 2000), "Turning Grilled Flavors Inside Out", The New York Times, archived from the original on May 27, 2008 .