Description
A regional noodle dish unique to Hoi An, featuring thick, chewy noodles (akin to Japanese udon), roast pork, crisp greens, and a splash of rich broth.
Restaurants serving Cao Lau
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Recipe
Ingredients
- Cao Lau noodles
- Char siu pork
- Fried pork skin(or crackers)
- Mint/Fish mint
- Soy-based sauce
Instructions
- Boil the special thick noodles.
- Slice char siu pork braised with star anise.
- Top noodles with a splash of broth, meat, herbs, and crispy crackers.
Learn more Spice, substitutes, tips
Key spices
Substitutes at Japanese supermarkets
Ise Udon, Char siu
Pairing
Iced Lotus Tea(Tra Sen)
Trivia
Legend says authentic noodles must be made with water from the Ba Le well in Hoi An and ash from the Cham Islands. A highly localized phantom noodle.
Eating tips & etiquette
Mix the small amount of sauce at the bottom thoroughly with the thick noodles, herbs, and crispy fried pork skin before eating.
Allergen
Wheat, Pork, Soy