Central region specialty - Phu Yen tuna eyes surprises tourists
Phu Yen tuna eyes - a unique specialty that is not only nutritious, "more expensive than shrimp and fish" but also surprises visitors with its unforgettable delicious flavor.
Vietnamese cuisine always conquers tourists with its diversity and incredibly unique dishes. One of them is the eye of the ocean tuna - a famous specialty of Phu Yen, which has surprised many people when they know that only a part of the fish can become a "star" on the culinary map of the Central region.
With a large size, each fish eye can weigh up to 200g, rich in Omega-3, DHA, vitamin A, E and many precious minerals, this dish is both delicious and nutritious. The price ranges from 120,000 - 150,000 VND/kg, even higher than many common seafoods.
Coming to Phu Yen, tourists can easily enjoy tuna eyes in many versions, the most famous is fish eyes stewed with Chinese herbs with jujube, wolfberry, ginger... fragrant, sweet, good for the eyes and good for the heart. In addition, there are fish eyes steamed, cooked into porridge, cooked into hot pot, each preparation method brings a different flavor but all leave a strong impression.
Not only tuna eyes, Phu Yen also welcomes diners with fresh and sweet mai fish salad, rich pork intestine rice vermicelli and all kinds of fresh seafood in coastal fishing villages - creating an unforgettable culinary journey for anyone who sets foot in the land of "I see yellow flowers on green grass".
