Soya bean pudding is not only found in Hanoi but Hanoians have their own style to enjoy this dessert from heaven. For an unknown reason, it is difficult to make Soya bean pudding at home so visitors traveling Hanoi in the summer all very easy to see the line waiting for this dish. When they curious enough to order a bow of “Tao Pho” as the way a local call it, they will never regret of this decision.
Read more Soya bean pudding is not only found in Hanoi but Hanoians have their own style to enjoy this dessert from heaven. For an unknown reason, it is difficult to make Soya bean pudding at home so visitors traveling Hanoi in the summer all very easy to see the line waiting for this dish. When they curious enough to order a bow of “Tao Pho” as the way a local call it, they will never regret of this decision.
First the seller will carefully put a thin slice of soya bean pudding into a bow then then sugar syrup until those slides float like cloud in the sky. If you think it is enough for a healthy and delicious dish, the miracle does not stop here. When you hold the bow in your hand, you will immediately smell the fragrance of jasmine or pomelo flowers which add the art to this dessert. The mixture is then chilled with ice cubes to maximize the fresh feeling you can experience.
Wait until you try the first spoon of Tao Pho, it is silky soft, melt in the mouth and the sweet sound of water and a little sugar fragrant jasmine. The smooth soybean curd slid down our throats, leaving behind a slightly sweet flavor and a cooling sensation. Tao Pho is a perfect for hot summer afternoon or for a long walk.
People in Hanoi often eat Tao Pho as a snack and children are particular interested in this dessert. It is understandable because of its sweet taste and soft pudding material. And the most positive thing is this pudding is good for children health. Instead of readymade food like fast food, it is much better if you treat your lovely child with a bow of icy and scented Tao Pho.
This dessert is considered a childhood memories of many people. In a hot summer afternoon, when vendors cried out loud to advertise of their business on soya bean pudding, children flocked to streets and gathered around the sellers to buy a wonderful snack. Up to now, the price of this dish is still quite cheap at half of dollar for a traditional bow and may go up to one dollar if you add on extra ingredients such as red bean, coffee jelly or dried coconut. It’s reasonable to have an art, healthy and yummy dessert in your hand.
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