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Hanoi, known as the rustic and familiar culinary paradise, reflects the distinctive features of the Northern Delta. The people of Hanoi hold a deep regard for breakfast, where elegance, deliciousness, and artistry converge.
1. Crab Noodle Soup (Bun Rieu)
A steaming bowl of Bun Rieu, blending the golden hues of crab bricks, tomatoes, and the shiny yellow of crispy fried tofu, is undoubtedly familiar to those who have a connection with Hanoi's land.
Field Crab, a favorite of many, intimately tied to the lush delta region, is transformed into the most enticing dishes, perhaps none more so than Crab Noodle Soup. The sweet taste of meat, the robust flavor of crab bricks, and the rich spices enhance the meal's depth.
It's not difficult to spot Bun Rieu stalls lining the sidewalks throughout the streets of Hanoi. With just a seat and a pair of chopsticks, you can savor the aromatic and captivating fragrance of crab noodle soup without the need for a spoon or table. The rustic eating style, familiar ingredients from the humble street stalls of Hanoi, always surround us.
2. Snail Noodles (Bun Oc)
Similar to crab, snails are a familiar dish deeply intertwined with the rural life of the Vietnamese people. Bun Oc, rich with ingredients similar to Bun Rieu, replaces crab with plump, succulent snails that are both flavorful and chewy.
Bun Oc is commonly sold alongside Bun Rieu in familiar street stalls across every street and district. It is a popular and flavorful choice amidst the multitude of oily dishes on ordinary days. A steaming bowl of Bun, rich enough for breakfast, is always an attraction not only for the locals but also for tourists. Both Bun Oc and Bun Rieu are priced between 20,000 and 30,000 VND.
3. Pyramid Dumplings (Banh Gio)
West Lake stands out with its soft Banh Gio, made from sticky rice, tapioca flour, mixed with water for a tender texture. Accompanied by fragrant dried onions, sausage/pork sausage dipped in chili sauce, cucumber, it creates an unforgettable taste of Hanoi. Many people love Banh Gio for its convenience, whether enjoyed on the spot or taken away on busy days.
4. Rolled Rice Cakes (Banh Cuon)
Soft and smooth Rolled Rice Cakes with fried shallots is a familiar dish in many regions, made from rice flour, quite substantial for breakfast. It is also a popular and traditional dish of the people of Hanoi. The dish can be enjoyed in the morning or at night, always captivating the taste buds of those who indulge.
Rolled Rice Cakes can be paired with shredded pork, grilled meat, pork sausage, eggs, and more, catering to a variety of preferences.
5. Sweet Sticky Rice with Mung Bean (Xoi Xeo)
Sticky rice is the essence of the Vietnamese people, closely tied to rice grains, with the aroma of Xoi wafting through the air during traditional ceremonies. The shimmering golden Sticky Rice with Mung Bean, topped with a layer of green beans, a touch of fat, and fragrant fried shallots, accompanied by shredded pork, warms the heart and provides enough energy for a dynamic day. You can get a packet of Sticky Rice with Mung Bean for just 5,000 VND.
Golden shimmering Xoi Xeo, covered with a layer of mung beans, a hint of fat, and fragrant fried shallots, paired with shredded pork, warms the heart and provides enough energy for a dynamic day. You can get a packet of Xoi Xeo for just 5,000 VND.
6. Vietnamese Baguette (Banh Mi)
Egg baguette, pate with shredded pork, and more have long been a familiar breakfast not only for the younger generation. Everywhere on the streets of Hanoi, you can spot hot and simple baguette stalls.
7. Pork Congee (Chao Suon)
Pork Congee is not just a dish for little ones but also familiar to many in Hanoi. Eating congee with crispy fried dough is particularly enticing in chilly rainy weather.
8. Balut (Trung Vit Lon)
As one of the dishes on the world's 'terrifying' list, but for Hanoians, Balut is a familiar and nutritious delicacy.
Balut can be enjoyed with congee or separately, depending on personal preference.
Each breakfast dish embodies a cultural essence of the people of Hanoi.
