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I. Top 10 Restaurants Specializing in Hue's Delicacies
1. Nam Pho Rice Noodle Soup
Banh canh, a time-honored and familiar dish in Hue, has deep roots in the land that gave birth to it: Nam Pho village (Phu Vang district). This region has been selling traditional banh canh since ancient times.
The bowl features the white of rice and rice flour, with the pink of shrimp, combined with the green of scallions in a flavorful mixture, accompanied by sausage and fillings including fish, pork skin, or meatballs... When eating, fish sauce with finely chopped green chili is essential to enhance the flavor. With its vibrant colors, rich, sweet, and refreshing taste, this will be an exquisite dish you should indulge in when in Hue.
2. Banh Khoai
Banh khoai is one of the renowned dishes in Hue. The crispy golden cakes with abundant peanuts, dipped in broth, make diners remember the experience forever. Thanks to the broth, made from sophisticated ingredients such as rice flour, pig liver, sesame seeds, and roasted peanuts...
Banh khoai Thượng Tu is a longstanding and delectable restaurant in Hue, becoming a familiar culinary culture like com hen, the bell of Thien Mu Pagoda, and the boats on the Perfume River.
3. Grilled Meat Vermicelli
Grilled meat vermicelli is a familiar dish easily found in many provinces. However, in each region, it has a unique flavor. Enjoying this dish in Hue, you'll savor each piece of grilled meat with the taste of pepper, onions, fish sauce, five spices, sesame seeds, accompanied by cucumber, pickled vegetables (papaya, carrot soaked), fresh herbs, and vermicelli. The most distinctive feature is the broth made from pig liver, with the rich taste of peanuts and sesame.
A harmonious blend, the entire Central region ensures diners won't forget this special flavor.
4. Grilled Rice Paper Rolls
Hue's grilled rice paper rolls share similarities with Pho, but the marination and diverse ingredients reflect the rich culinary identity of Hue. The rice paper is made from a blend of rice and tapioca flour, thinly spread. The meat for grilling is thinly sliced pork marinated for several hours, then grilled on a charcoal stove until cooked and fragrant.
Grilled meat with fresh herbs, folded in rice paper, dipped in a sweet and sour sauce, has enchanted many diners on their first tasting.
5. Rolled Dumplings
Rolled dumplings are a light dish that can be enjoyed as a snack or a side dish. Alongside duck cakes and clear dumplings, rolled dumplings are a traditional Hue delicacy. Made from rice flour, standing out against the white backdrop is a filling of finely minced shrimp and tasty meat. Additionally, there are vegetarian options made with mung bean flour for special occasions. Enhance the experience with Hue's signature unnamed fish sauce and a few slices of green chili.
You'll immediately savor the exquisite taste encapsulating the essence of Hue's cuisine, 'miniaturized in a single dumpling.'
6. Clear Dumplings
Hue's culinary repertoire includes a variety of sweet cakes. Besides rolled dumplings, venture into the realm of clear dumplings—a popular and delicious treat. These dumplings are made from tapioca starch for a translucent appearance. The filling can be shrimp, lean pork, or a combination of both. There are two types: topped with fried shallots and wrapped in leaves. Both are accompanied by Hue's fish sauce, delivering an unforgettable flavor.
7. Yin and Yang Rice
Yin and Yang Rice is a renowned dish from Hue, created by a restaurant named 'Yin and Yang' with over 80 years of history. True to its name, this dish is simple yet cleverly adorned with eye-catching colors.
Traditional Yin and Yang Rice features plain white rice surrounded by eggs, meat, vegetables, crispy shrimp, spring rolls, Vietnamese sausage, creating a harmonious blend of colors and flavors. Additionally, a cup of garlic chili sauce is an essential component to perfect the dish.
A plateful of rice, each grain with a hint of onion, the sweet and savory taste of fish sauce, preserves the 'preciousness' that keeps people coming back. Yin and Yang Rice is a unique highlight in Hue's distinctive culinary landscape.
8. Grilled Sausage Rolls
A trip to Hue without trying grilled sausage rolls is incomplete. Skewered spring rolls marinated with a special formula, grilled over fragrant charcoal, and dipped in a flavorful broth will undoubtedly leave diners unforgettable memories. Rolled with fresh vegetables, star fruit, pineapple, and thinly sliced green bananas. If you have the chance to visit Hue, don't miss out on this delicious and enticing dish.
9. Royal Hue Sweet Soup
Since the Nguyen Dynasty, Hue tea has been an essential dessert in any feast. Royal Hue Sweet Soup consists of 21 items, with a variety of colors and flavors. Known for its deliciousness, a wide range of tea and unique flavors to choose from, Royal Hue tea is famous and attracts customers every time they visit the ancient capital.
10. Mixed Fig Delight
Perhaps for many, 'mixed fig delight' is the first name they hear, but it is a delicious dish in Hue, a specialty you should try when traveling to Hue. This dish is unique because only the figs in Hue can impart such a distinctive flavor. The main ingredients are figs, which can be mixed with lean pork, boiled shrimp, pig skin... and seasonings according to individual preferences.
When eating, add sesame seeds and various herbs, washed and finely chopped. Mixed with grilled rice paper and chili sauce will make first-time diners enjoy it without feeling bored. Mixed fig delight is a popular dish, easily found in any restaurant in Hue, especially the famous 'drinking' spots here.
II. Conclusion
With the list of 10 delectable dishes at top-notch restaurants in Hue provided above, we hope you'll have a complete and fulfilling culinary exploration of Hue.
Posted by: Tran Hung
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