Vietnamese Sun-Dried Squid (Mực một nắng)

Mực một nắng is a traditional dish originating from Phan Thiet. This seafood specialty consists of sun-dried squid. A large, fresh squid is sun-dried for a day, and it's then grilled over hot coals. If the heat gets too high, the squid will become overcooked, hard on the exterior, but rare inside.

As it cooks, the squid turns yellow and develops a unique aroma. When served, the dried and grilled squid is shredded, and it's usually accompanied by fish sauce with chili for dipping the pieces into it. It's recommended to pair the dish with a cold beer on the side.