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Vietnamese sour soup

Canh Chua[edit]

Canh Chua is a traditional Vietnamese sour soup that is popular in the southern regions of Vietnam. It is known for its distinctive sweet and sour flavor, which is achieved through the use of tamarind, pineapple, and tomatoes. Canh Chua is often served with fish, shrimp, or pork, and is typically garnished with fresh herbs such as coriander, Thai basil, and rice paddy herb.

Ingredients[edit]

The main ingredients of Canh Chua include:

Tamarind paste or fresh tamarind
Pineapple, cut into chunks
Tomatoes, quartered
Fish (such as catfish or snakehead fish) or shrimp
Okra, sliced
Bean sprouts
Rice paddy herb (ngò om)
Coriander (ngò gai)
Thai basil (rau qu_)
Fish sauce
Sugar
Salt
Chili peppers

Preparation[edit]

To prepare Canh Chua, the tamarind is first soaked in hot water to extract its juice. This juice is then added to a pot of boiling water along with fish sauce, sugar, and salt to create the soup base. Pineapple and tomatoes are added to the soup to enhance its sweet and sour flavor.

The fish or shrimp is then added to the soup and cooked until done. Okra and bean sprouts are added towards the end of the cooking process to retain their crisp texture. The soup is garnished with fresh herbs and chili peppers before serving.

Serving[edit]

Canh Chua is typically served hot, accompanied by steamed rice. It is often enjoyed as part of a larger meal, alongside other Vietnamese dishes such as grilled pork or spring rolls. The soup's refreshing taste makes it a popular choice during the hot summer months.

Cultural Significance[edit]

Canh Chua is a staple in southern Vietnamese cuisine and is often associated with the Mekong Delta region. It reflects the region's abundance of fresh produce and seafood. The dish is a testament to the Vietnamese culinary philosophy of balancing flavors, as it combines sweet, sour, salty, and spicy elements in harmony.

Related pages[edit]

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-'''Canh chua''' is a traditional [[Vietnamese cuisine|Vietnamese]] soup typically consisting of fish, [[pineapple]], tomatoes, and various vegetables in a tamarind-flavored broth. It is a staple dish in the [[Mekong Delta]] region of southern Vietnam, and is popular throughout the country for its balance of sour, sweet, and spicy flavors.
+{{Short description|Vietnamese sour soup}}
+{{Use dmy dates|date=October 2023}}
-==Ingredients and Preparation==
+==Canh Chua==
-The primary ingredient in canh chua is fish, typically [[snakehead fish]], although other types of fish or even shrimp can be used. The fish is cooked in a broth flavored with [[tamarind]], a tropical fruit known for its sour taste. Other key ingredients include pineapple, which adds sweetness to balance the sourness of the tamarind, and tomatoes, which contribute both sweetness and acidity.
+[[File:Canhchua2.jpg|thumb|right|A bowl of Canh Chua]]
+'''Canh Chua''' is a traditional [[Vietnamese cuisine|Vietnamese]] sour soup that is popular in the southern regions of [[Vietnam]]. It is known for its distinctive sweet and sour flavor, which is achieved through the use of tamarind, pineapple, and tomatoes. Canh Chua is often served with fish, shrimp, or pork, and is typically garnished with fresh herbs such as [[coriander]], [[Thai basil]], and [[rice paddy herb]].
-In addition to these main ingredients, canh chua often includes a variety of other vegetables. Common additions include [[okra]], bean sprouts, and [[bac ha]], a type of taro stem. The soup is typically garnished with fresh herbs such as [[Vietnamese coriander]] and [[Thai basil]].
+==Ingredients==
+The main ingredients of Canh Chua include:
+* [[Tamarind]] paste or fresh tamarind
+* [[Pineapple]], cut into chunks
+* [[Tomatoes]], quartered
+* [[Fish]] (such as catfish or snakehead fish) or [[shrimp]]
+* [[Okra]], sliced
+* [[Bean sprouts]]
+* [[Rice paddy herb]] (''ngò om'')
+* [[Coriander]] (''ngò gai'')
+* [[Thai basil]] (''rau qu_'')
+* [[Fish sauce]]
+* [[Sugar]]
+* [[Salt]]
+* [[Chili peppers]]
-The preparation of canh chua involves simmering the fish and vegetables in the tamarind broth until they are fully cooked. The soup is typically served with [[rice]], and can be eaten as a main course or as part of a larger meal.
+==Preparation==
+[[File:Canhchua2.jpg|thumb|left|Ingredients for Canh Chua]]
+To prepare Canh Chua, the tamarind is first soaked in hot water to extract its juice. This juice is then added to a pot of boiling water along with fish sauce, sugar, and salt to create the soup base. Pineapple and tomatoes are added to the soup to enhance its sweet and sour flavor.
+The fish or shrimp is then added to the soup and cooked until done. Okra and bean sprouts are added towards the end of the cooking process to retain their crisp texture. The soup is garnished with fresh herbs and chili peppers before serving.
+==Serving==
+Canh Chua is typically served hot, accompanied by steamed [[rice]]. It is often enjoyed as part of a larger meal, alongside other Vietnamese dishes such as [[grilled pork]] or [[spring rolls]]. The soup's refreshing taste makes it a popular choice during the hot summer months.
 ==Cultural Significance==
-Canh chua is a significant dish in Vietnamese culture, particularly in the Mekong Delta region where it originated. The soup's combination of sour, sweet, and spicy flavors is representative of the balance sought in many Vietnamese dishes. Additionally, the use of local ingredients such as snakehead fish and bac ha reflects the importance of regional cuisine in Vietnam.
+Canh Chua is a staple in southern Vietnamese cuisine and is often associated with the [[Mekong Delta]] region. It reflects the region's abundance of fresh produce and seafood. The dish is a testament to the Vietnamese culinary philosophy of balancing flavors, as it combines sweet, sour, salty, and spicy elements in harmony.
+==Related pages==
+* [[Vietnamese cuisine]]
+* [[Pho]]
+* [[Banh mi]]
+* [[Spring roll]]
+[[Category:Vietnamese soups]]
 [[Category:Vietnamese cuisine]]
-[[Category:Soups]]
-[[Category:Fish dishes]]
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