Vietnam: one day at a time

Random photos taken in Vietnam

4.2.07

Making noodles 4

Once the stuff has been stretched over the frame it is put out to dry, usually in the street where, apart from smelling something awful (like vinegar, very acidic), it also collects dust, exhaust fumes, etc. I don't know what kind of colouring is added to make this bright orange colour (they call it 'gold').

3.2.07

Making noodles 3

I've decided to be more thematic and less random. I'm losing track of which pictures I've posted and which ones I haven't!

So here is the 3rd step in the manufacture of mien. Last time I showed the cooked mixture being rolled up. Next it is stretched over a bamboo frame. At this stage it has a fairly rubbery texture, so is easily stretched to cover the whole frame.

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