The Atlantic Triton's Trumpet Snail, larger than a plate, seems capable of engulfing any dish placed beside it. Indeed, Dai Viet seafood restaurant uses the snail's shell as a serving plate, adding a touch of elegance and sophistication to dishes like sautéed or grilled snails. The large snails are chopped, cooked, and then served back in their shells.
Atlantic Triton's Trumpet Snail
Fishermen in the Central provinces, where these esteemed snails are concentrated, note that typically, a single Atlantic Triton's Trumpet Snail weighing between 1.5 to 2 kilograms is around 3 to 4 years old and measures between 23 to 35 centimeters. However, there are also snails weighing up to 4-5 kilograms and reaching 40 centimeters in length. Those weighing up to 5 kilograms are considered particularly rare.
The highlight of the Atlantic Triton's Trumpet Snail is its thick, crispy meat with a delightful aroma, resembling that of abalone or conch but with a much richer taste. Even though they are chopped, each piece of snail meat retains its sweet flavor, providing a satisfying culinary experience for diners.
Due to their size, these snails are often transformed into various dishes by skilled chefs in Ho Chi Minh City.
Grilled Atlantic Triton's Trumpet Snail with Scallion Oil
Grilled dishes are favored, featuring chopped snails marinated with scallion oil, placed back into their shells, and then roasted until a fragrant aroma arises. The dish retains the inherent sweetness of the snail, blending it with the rich taste of scallion oil and roasted peanuts.
Grilled Atlantic Triton's Trumpet Snail with Chili Salt
The grilled dish with chili salt offers a spicier flavor, equally enticing with its crispy and aromatic snail meat. The chili salt combines both salty and addictive spicy flavors, appealing greatly to diners.
Stir-fried Atlantic Triton's Trumpet Snail with Basil
Lastly, Dai Viet restaurant offers a dish of stir-fried Atlantic Triton's Trumpet Snail with basil, boasting unique and delightful flavors. The snails are stir-fried with fragrant basil leaves, creating a dish with a distinctive and enticing taste. The crispy sweetness of the snails, the fragrant basil, and a side of green chili salt make this dish worth trying!
Dai Viet restaurant takes pride in being the ideal destination for food enthusiasts seeking new culinary experiences. With these three delicious dishes from the royal Atlantic Triton's Trumpet Snail, the restaurant provides customers with a unique and fantastic dining experience. Visit Dai Viet restaurant to savor these delightful dishes and create wonderful moments with family and friends.
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