Buzz
If you find yourself strolling around Dong Da with friends, make sure to jot down the extraordinary local delicacies to avoid the hassle of searching later.
Crab Noodle Salad: Crab noodles or crab rice crackers mixed is a familiar dish for Hanoi locals, and the version in La Thanh Street has its unique charm, making it stand out. The ingredients are diverse, including beef, sausage, crab, vegetables, peanuts, and dried onions, all blending perfectly. Especially, the crab noodle salad here is famous for being incredibly rich and satisfying.
Fried Pho: When in Dong Da, don't forget to visit Kham Thien to savor the crispy fried pho. Pho has become a part of Hanoi's life, but if you're tired of the usual pho, try the crispy fried version, crispy and accompanied by a savory beef sauce, with plenty of meat and a delightful aroma. The fried elements don't make it greasy at all.
Grilled Meat Vermicelli: Grilled meat vermicelli is a dish with strong Hue flavors. Located neatly on Lang Ha Street, the vermicelli here is simple but delicious, with sesame-coated meat, roasted peanuts, shredded carrots, and fresh herbs. You can choose between broth or sweet and sour fish sauce according to your preference. Mix it well and enjoy the exquisite taste.
Chicken Sticky Rice: Nestled on the bustling Truong Chinh Street, the chicken sticky rice spot is a favorite among young people. The sticky rice here is not only fragrant and tender, but what makes it even more appealing is the spicy meat sauce that adds a kick of flavor. The stall opens in the afternoon and, despite being a sidewalk eatery, it always attracts a crowd of customers enjoying its delights.
Irresistible Mix-up Rice Paper: On Hoang Cau Street, the mixed rice paper salad is a dish you must not miss. This stall marks the first appearance of this unique dish in Hanoi. A complete serving includes finely cut rice paper mixed with dried beef, julienne mango, quail eggs, fried shallots, and crunchy shrimp crackers, all blending in the sweet, salty, and distinctive Southern flavor. The first taste might be unfamiliar to many, but once you try it, you'll be instantly captivated, craving for more.
Skewered Meat Baguette: Anyone who was a student at Quang Trung School will surely remember the skewered meat baguette near the school gate. The baguette here is placed directly on the charcoal stove, always hot and crispy, with well-seasoned skewered meat, creating a fragrant aroma. Each baguette is generously stuffed with meat, accompanied by cucumber, papaya, sweet and sour pickles, making every bite irresistible.
Coconut Sautéed Snails: When it comes to snacks for Hanoi's youth, the 'divine' snail dish is unforgettable. Despite the countless snail stalls in Hanoi, the one on Luong Dinh Cua Street has become famous. The carefully selected snails here are big, delicious, and tender, each with a rich and plump taste. The snails, combined with the coconut-flavored sauce, the fragrant aroma of tamarind, and the spicy taste of chili, create a flavor that is hard to describe.
Cast Iron Pan Bread: Cast iron pan bread has always been a familiar dish, but its appeal never seems to diminish. The pan-fried bread stall on Dang Van Ngu Street, bustling and lively, is sure to satisfy even the most discerning diners. The pate here is aromatic, the fried egg is perfectly cooked, the sausage is rich, and the fried meat is flavorful. Especially, mashed potatoes blend with the unique sweet and sour sauce, creating a distinctive flavor rarely found elsewhere. If you happen to be wandering in Dong Da District, it would be a waste not to stop by and enjoy this delicious dish.
Avocado Sweet Soup: Xa Dan avocado sweet soup is probably a dish that needs little introduction. It has long been a favorite and a fantastic refreshing dessert. Avocado sweet soup is not a fancy or luxurious dish, but it's hard to resist. Taking a spoonful of soft, smooth avocado sweet soup, along with the sweet and fresh taste of coconut, is an experience that lingers on the palate.
Caramel Pudding: It would be a big oversight not to mention the beloved dessert, caramel pudding. The caramel pudding spot on Thai Thinh Street is also an extremely popular place. The caramel pudding here is known for being soft, fragrant, with a special hint of ginger, and it doesn't feel heavy at all. Whether served with buffalo feet, jelly, or fruit, it's always a delight.
By The Youth World
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MytourFebruary 26, 2016
