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The fragrant grilled fish, a local specialty, is a highlight of Cua Lo beach.

Quang An • April 9, 2025 09:24

Visiting Cua Lo beach (Vinh City), tourists not only get to admire the beautiful beach, but also enjoy delicious fresh seafood, especially grilled fish dishes with rich and appealing flavors.

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Cua Lo beach has long been famous for its fresh, daily-caught seafood. At Nghi Thuy fishing port, the scene is bustling with activity from early morning. The smell of the sea blends with the lively chatter and laughter, creating a vibrant and energetic atmosphere. (Photo: QA)

cá 6 — From early morning, households engaged in grilling fish in Nghi Thuy and Nghi Hai wards... have been busy with blazing fires. With the tourist season approaching, the production of grilled fish is increasing, keeping the workers busy non-stop. (Photo: QA)

cá 7 — According to statistics, the Nghi Thuy, Thu Thuy, Nghi Hai wards... (Vinh City) have dozens of households with hundreds of workers engaged in the fish grilling business. This season, anchovies are caught in large quantities, making them the most frequently grilled fish. Photo: QA

cá 5 — Fresh anchovies, after being imported, are washed, drained, and then grilled. Photo: QA

cá 2 — Due to their small size, each tray of anchovies is grilled for about 3-5 minutes. After grilling, the anchovies have a beautiful golden color and a fragrant aroma, and are sold for 70,000-80,000 VND/kg. Photo: QA

cá 4 — Grilled mackerel is one of the most famous specialties when mentioning the coastal town of Cua Lo, known for its nutritional value and irresistible deliciousness. Currently, grilled mackerel costs between 200,000 and 250,000 VND per kilogram. Photo: QA

cá 4 — Those who work as fish grillers must be highly experienced to select fresh, high-quality fish, understand each type of fish and its appropriate preparation methods, and especially master the technique of grilling to ensure the fish is cooked evenly, not burnt, and retains its natural tenderness and sweetness. They constantly work in high-temperature environments, and their clothes are always permeated with smoke. However, with skillful hands and a passion for the craft, these fish grillers persevere, creating delicious dishes to serve tourists. (Photo: QA)

cá 3 — The fish is grilled over charcoal. Locals use bricks arranged in long rows to create makeshift grills. Two iron bars, each over 1.5 meters long, are placed on top of the grills to support the fish. On average, grilling a batch of fish, depending on size and type, takes from 10 to 30 minutes. (Photo: QA)

cá 5 — To grill fish perfectly, you need to constantly monitor the charcoal temperature and flip the fish frequently; if you're not careful, the fish will burn. That's why the job of grilling fish is mostly done by women, with their diligence and skillful hands. Photo: QA

cá 1 — Ms. Le Thi Chung, from Nghi Thuy ward, Vinh City, has been grilling fish for over 40 years. The work isn't overly strenuous, but it's time-consuming because she has to wake up early and work late into the night. During peak tourist season, her family grills 300-400 kg of fish to meet the demand of visitors. (Photo: QA)

Cá 1 — After grilling, the fish is transported by traders to markets, restaurants, and eateries. Grilling fish in the Cua Lo coastal area has become an indispensable part of the lives of the local people, not only as a means of livelihood but also as a source of pride in the region's distinctive seafood cuisine. (Photo: QA)

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