Summary: Fresh coconut is one of the mainstays of the market. Young coconut, which hasn’t formed a hairy shell yet, is sweet and juicy, and vendors shave it on the spot for use in salads or for a quick snack. Note the clever knife, with its central slit, used to shave fruits and vegetables. It’s the Vietnamese version of a mandoline, and you can pick one up at the market. <br> <a href="http://cia.podbean.com/mf/web/dczd7j/Vietnam_06_Coconut.mov">Download Podcast Video</a><br>
