Fried gobies, an unique dish of local people at the upland areas in Tuyen Quang. (Source: Internet)

Due to the habit of living naturally in streams and eating only seaweed, goby meat is very firm and sweet.

The processing of stream gobies is very simple. After being caught, the fishes are then brought onto the ground. People clean them and mix them with salt and spices until they become harder. The very next step is to pour oil onto the pan and boil it before pouring the fishes and lolot leaves in until the mixture reaches a tempting yellow colour.

In addition, the simmered goby dish attracts a lot of tourists. Gobies are cleaned, fried briefly and then are put in a clay pot. After that, the cook pours soya sauce, a little water, salt and other spices such as peppers and sugar and seasoning power to create the unique flavor. Finally, the chef leaves the pot stewing until the fish is well-done and gains a desirable level of water.

Do not forget to enjoy the delicious dishes from the special gobies if you have the opportunity to visit Tuyen Quang Province!