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The special dishes of Hải Dương have contributed to making this region more well-known. It's a province renowned for its landscapes of rustic villages and beautiful natural scenery along the Red River Delta. The cuisine here, though simple and unpretentious, is irresistibly charming. Let's take a look at the following article to find out what these dishes are!
The tranquil countryside of Hải Dương brings you a sense of tranquility and relaxation (Image Source: Collection)
Mung Bean Cake
Mung Bean Cake is no stranger to any of us as a snack. It's one of the specialties of Hải Dương that many people buy as gifts. The cakes are small, square-shaped, and melt in your mouth when eaten.
These cakes have a subtle sweetness and a rich, fatty flavor, especially delightful when paired with tea. They're made from finely ground mung beans, sugar, and vegetable oil. When you buy them, you'll find the cakes wrapped in silver foil or oil-absorbing paper. And as soon as you unwrap them, you'll smell their distinctive aroma.
Enjoying Mung Bean Cakes with a hot cup of tea is truly delightful! (Image Source: Collection)
Almost every age group loves this specialty cake from Hải Dương. Just one bite and the taste lingers on. Compact, small in size, perfect for gifting, and reasonably priced, ranging from 30,000 to 40,000 VND. These cakes are widely available for purchase.
Some well-known cake brands are Hòa An Green Bean Cake, Minh Ngọc Golden Dragon Green Bean Cake, Nguyên Hương Green Bean Cake... The recipients will surely be delighted to receive this gift. A childhood favorite cake.
Ninh Giang Thorny Cake
When mentioning Hải Dương specialties, we cannot overlook Ninh Giang Thorny Cake. Thorny Cake is a familiar type of cake in the northern provinces. Its distinctive black color comes from the thorny leaves used to dye the cake. At first glance, this cake may resemble a banh u cake, but the filling is much more special.
Ninh Giang Thorny Cake is famous for its sweet and elastic crust, made softer and more fragrant with sesame seeds. The filling is finely ground mung beans, making it very smooth. Sometimes it's combined with other ingredients such as chopped lard, pumpkin jam, lotus seeds... The cake is usually wrapped in neat thorny leaves.
Ninh Giang Thorny Cake is a Hải Dương specialty you shouldn't miss (Source: Collection)
When you taste it, you'll feel the elasticity of the cake along with its sweet fragrance. The filling enhances the flavor of the cake. From the first bite, you'll experience a taste like no other. The price of this cake is quite affordable, ranging from 2,000 to 10,000 VND depending on the type.
Four-Region Bamboo Worms
One of the Hải Dương specialties you must try is bamboo worms. While in coastal areas, sausage is made from fish, in Hải Dương, there are bamboo worms. Bamboo worms resemble earthworms but flatter and have legs. They are 5 to 7 cm long and 5 to 6 mm wide. Although you might feel a bit scared at first sight, bamboo worm meat is delicious and nutritious.
This species thrives mainly in brackish or saltwater areas. That's why the Red River Delta region, surrounded by large rivers, has a lot of bamboo worms. In August, bamboo worms are abundant, especially in the Tứ Kỳ area, Hải Dương. There are many delicious dishes made from bamboo worms that you can try.
It would be a real pity to visit Hải Dương without trying bamboo worm sausage (Source: Collection)
The most popular is bamboo worm sausage with a chewy texture and its own unique aroma. Bamboo worm meat contains many nutrients and is good for your health. After eating, you can buy it as a gift for your family and friends. This new, delicious dish will surely be loved by the recipients!
Wild Carp Vermicelli Soup
Wild Carp Vermicelli Soup is a renowned specialty of Hải Dương. Vietnamese cuisine is incredibly diverse and innovative. One of its manifestations is noodle dishes. Almost every region has its own unique twist on noodles, and in Hải Dương, it's Wild Carp Vermicelli Soup.
The pieces of carp, once deodorized, are deep-fried to a crisp. The broth, simmered from bones, is exceptionally flavorful. When served, it's accompanied by water spinach and bird's eye chili, adding a spicy kick. All these elements blend together to create a delicious aroma unique to Hải Dương.
Wild Carp Vermicelli Soup, just the sight of it is enticing (Source: Collection)
With each bite, you'll experience the tender and chewy texture of the fish meat. The broth is richly seasoned, pleasing to the palate. You'll find many eateries in Hải Dương offering this dish. The price of Wild Carp Vermicelli Soup ranges from 20,000 to 50,000 VND. If you're a fan of noodle soups, this dish is a must-try.
Rolled Rice Cake
Rolled Rice Cake is one of the renowned specialties of Hải Dương known for its delightful aroma. Enjoying rolled rice cake in the morning makes for a wonderful meal, enhancing your day. While not a particularly novel dish, having it in Hải Dương adds a distinctive flavor to it.
The slices of rolled rice cake are moderately thick and wonderfully tender. Inside, they are filled with various toppings such as wood ear mushrooms, minced meat, and fried shallots. This dish is best enjoyed hot with fish sauce for dipping. Alternatively, you can pour fish sauce directly onto the cake and savor it slowly. It's safe to say that fish sauce greatly contributes to the delightful aroma of rolled rice cake.
Once you've tried this specialty of Hải Dương, it's hard to put down your chopsticks (Source: Collection)
Typically, the outer layer of the cake is made from premium-grade rice. The rice flour is finely ground to create a thin, smooth cake layer... All blended together to create an irresistible taste. Make sure to add this dish to your list if you're unsure what to eat in Hải Dương!
Mung Bean Cake
A rather new specialty of Hải Dương that Mytour wants to introduce to you is the mung bean cake. This cake is made mainly from rice flour and mung beans. The outer covering is made from rice, resulting in a pristine white appearance. When eating, it's usually dipped in peanut sauce or shrimp paste along with some raw vegetables.
At first glance, it may seem simple, but this is truly a dish bursting with flavor. Eating it will leave you thoroughly enchanted. This dish is very famous in Tuy An city, Hải Dương. So, if you want to enjoy it, make sure to go to the right place to experience the most delicious taste. There are plenty of eateries in Tuy An selling mung bean cakes for you to choose from.
Don't forget to indulge in the mung bean cake when visiting Hải Dương! (Source: Collection)
A meal costs only between 20,000 and 30,000 VND. This price range is considered very affordable for a unique culinary experience. It's truly a delicious specialty in Hải Dương that you shouldn't miss. Besides enjoying the food, don't forget to check out the Top destinations in Hải Dương in April!
Rice Cracker
Rice cracker is one of the well-known specialties of Hải Dương. This is not unfamiliar to us. However, rice crackers in Hải Dương will give you a very different experience. It's no coincidence that this dish is considered a specialty. Mixed rice cracker includes rice crackers, dried shrimp, raw vegetables, fish cake... Along with various spices that make the dish even more unique.
If you're a food enthusiast, you can't miss out on the rice cracker (Source: Collection)
Depending on the location, rice crackers vary. Rice crackers in Hải Dương are softer compared to other places. When you eat them, you'll feel the chewiness, even if they're soaked in water for a long time, they won't break. That's why they taste twice as good when enjoyed in Hải Dương.
Thanh Hà Lychee
Our country has many types of lychees, among which Thanh Hà lychee is considered extremely famous for its delicious fragrance. If you're a fan of this fruit, Hải Dương will surely captivate you. Thanh Hà lychee is one of the well-known specialties of Hải Dương that many people seek after.
The fertile land of Thanh Hà is the perfect place for this type of crop to thrive. When ripe, lychees have a deep color and slightly rough skin. The flesh is thick, juicy, with small seeds, sweet, and mild, completely devoid of acidity. The older the tree, the smaller and more abundant the lychee seeds.
Visiting Hải Dương during the ripe lychee season is also a fantastic choice! (Source: Collection)
Let me tell you, this is also a major export item in large quantities. It can be said that Thanh Hà lychee is highly valued among all types of lychees. Although lychees are distributed throughout our country, enjoying them right at the 'homeland' is still the best. To buy this type of lychee, you can visit the commune market in Thanh Khê, Thanh Hà. Or you can also buy them at markets within the province.
Gia Lộc sticky rice cakes
Gia Lộc sticky rice cakes are among the renowned specialties of Hải Dương. It's safe to say that Hải Dương is the birthplace of this cake. This is a traditional local cake, a childhood treat for many. Despite being a humble dish, the flavor is incredibly enticing.
When you take a bite, you'll savor the gentle sweetness of the cake. To add more appeal, you can pair it with other toppings, such as spring rolls, shredded pork... The smooth white sticky rice cakes look very appealing. As you eat, you'll clearly feel the delightful chewiness and fragrance of the cake, along with the aroma of banana leaves wrapped around it.
Gia Lộc sticky rice cakes are a simple, familiar dish of the people of Hải Dương (Image source: Collection)
If you want to taste this dish, head to Gia Lộc town. Rest assured that the distinct, impressive flavor of the sticky rice cakes here will leave a lasting impression on you. A piece of sticky rice cake is quite inexpensive. You can buy it at any store in Gia Lộc town.
Kinh Môn Heart Cakes
Kinh Môn Heart Cakes are one of the specialties of Hải Dương that you shouldn't miss. Just hearing the name makes it feel intriguing, doesn't it? These cakes often appear on ancestral altars. Kinh Môn Heart Cakes have a distinctive sweetness and are made from simple ingredients such as glutinous rice flour, peanuts, ginger...
The appearance of Kinh Môn Heart Cakes resembles bamboo leaf cake. The cakes are rectangular, long, and chewy. When you approach them, you'll smell the distinctive aroma of ginger and peanuts. When you taste them, you'll feel the sweet and slightly spicy, fragrant chewiness. Visiting Hải Dương without trying Kinh Môn Heart Cakes would be regrettable.
This is also a cake you should try when visiting Hải Dương (Image source: Collection)
Finding this type of cake while traveling in Hải Dương is not difficult. Kinh Môn Heart Cakes are often sold in many markets or stores. This will be a very appropriate choice if you want to buy cakes as gifts. This famous specialty of Hải Dương is loved by many tourists.
Hải Dương Pillow Cakes
Pillow Cakes are also a “famous” specialty of Hải Dương. Many people also call them folded cakes. This is a traditional dish of Hải Dương and is made from natural ingredients. The filling of the cake includes wood ear mushrooms, ground pork, and quail eggs.
You will surely praise the deliciousness when enjoying this famous specialty of Hải Dương! (Image source: Collection)
After being beautifully shaped, the cakes are fried in a pan filled with oil. Pillow cakes are best eaten hot. The cake is crispy, combined with the filling, it tastes very flavorful. Pillow cakes are even more delicious when eaten with chili sauce. They are called pillow cakes because their shape resembles a pillow.
Mạnh Hoạch Fresh Chicken
Mạnh Hoạch Fresh Chicken is a specialty of Hải Dương known by many people. The name of this type of chicken is named after a person known as the “king of northern land chickens”. This is because of his unique way of raising chickens. Over time, this dish has become a specialty.
Mạnh Hoạch Fresh Chicken has long been a reputable brand (Image source: Collection)
The method of raising chickens with 'running exercise' has produced 'muscular' and firm chickens. Because they are raised in the yard and not fed with industrial feed, the chicken meat is very firm and chewy. No matter what dish they are cooked into, they ensure freshness and deliciousness. Thanks to this, not only famous in Hải Dương, Mạnh Hoạch chickens seem to be famous throughout the North.
Rice pyramid dumplings
What specialties does Hải Dương have? In the list of Hải Dương specialties, rice pyramid dumplings are never missing. This dish is made from natural and simple ingredients. Typical ingredients include shiitake mushrooms, shallots, pork, glutinous rice... However, the finished product is very delicious.
Hải Dương rice pyramid dumplings always have an irresistible appeal to diners (Image source: Collection)
The cake is round, with thin, white crust and wrapped in fresh dong leaves. Rice pyramid dumplings have a very distinctive flavor, when eaten, you can feel the fragrant and chewy texture of the flour. Along with that is the filling mixed together to create an unforgettable taste. You can enjoy rice pyramid dumplings in the morning. This light dish is perfect for a gentle morning.
You can eat it with sausages, cucumbers, spring rolls... with a little spicy sauce. Or you can just enjoy the cake with dipping sauce. No matter how you eat it, you will feel the characteristic delicious aroma of the cake.
Hải Dương is a peaceful land with picturesque and gentle natural scenery. The simple people here are also very adorable. Along with that, the Hải Dương specialties have made this land even more attractive to tourists. If you want to book a tour to Hải Dương, please contact Mytour via hotline Mytour !
