Cao Lau
Chewy Hoi An noodles with pork and crisp croutons.
About Cao Lau
Thick, golden noodles said to need local well water are topped with slices of char siu-style pork, fresh herbs and crunchy fried noodle squares, dressed with just a little savoury broth. It exists almost nowhere outside Hoi An.
β Before you go to Vietnam
Round out your trip β most travellers book these alongside their trip.
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