(Baonghean.vn)- Under the scorching heat of the Central region, children in Thanh An commune (Thanh Chuong, Nghe An) still go together to the low-lying rice fields to look for mussels, the local people's name for freshwater mussels.
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Despite the heat, for Thanh An children, clam diving is first and foremost a summer pleasure when the school bell has sounded. |
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Furthermore, it is also a way to help parents. |
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The result after more than 1 hour of diving to find mussels deep in the mud |
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After a few hours of fun and success, the boys returned home excitedly. |
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To keep the popcorn fresh and delicious, after washing, it is boiled to release the shell. |
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Next, wash and separate the popcorn from the shell. |
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Large oysters as big as a hand were once abundant but are now rare. |
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After being cleaned, the sea cucumber becomes the main ingredient for preparing dishes such as stir-fries, soups, porridges... |
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Porridge is a nutritious and cool dish, considered a refreshing dish on summer days, suitable for both children and adults, especially during tiring farm work. |
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