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Each region boasts its own culinary treasures, crafting a diverse cultural tapestry of food and beverages. Central Vietnam particularly stands out as a region abundant with delicious and captivating specialties, beckoning travelers from distant places. Take a trip to the heart of Central Vietnam to savor these unique flavors.
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Cao Lầu (Hội An)
Wandering through the ancient streets of Hoi An, you'll discover the culinary masterpiece known as High-floor Delight. Renowned for its unique name and meticulous preparation, the dish involves a complex process, from soaking fragrant rice in ash water, finely grinding it, to the final sun-drying step. Fresh vermicelli paired with crispy dry noodles, slices of succulent, thinly-cut meat, bathed in a rich and flavorful broth, accompanied by bitter greens and fresh corn, create an unparalleled gastronomic experience. Choosing the Cao Lau restaurant for this culinary journey is nothing short of perfection.
Quang Noodle
Often hailed as the 'soul' of Quang Nam cuisine, Quang Noodle distinguishes itself with its unique flavor profile. A bowl of delectable noodles with fresh shrimp, thinly sliced pork or shredded chicken, immersed in the richness of oil, the fragrance of peanuts, and the sweetness of savory broth, all complemented by sesame rice crackers. Indulging in this culinary delight with your loved ones is an experience beyond compare.
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Sour Soup with Snakehead Fish (Quang Tri)
A beloved dish for cooling off in Quang Tri, featuring chewy rice noodle cakes made from brown and red rice flour, golden-brown simmered snakehead fish, meticulously boiled and bone-filtered. Expert hands in the kitchen have crafted a dish with delightful aromas of snakehead fish, hints of scallion, and the lingering heat of spicy chili, an unforgettable culinary experience.
Tam Ky Chicken Rice (Quang Nam)
In the company of Quang Noodles, Tam Ky Chicken Rice is an equally delightful specialty from the Quang Nam region. The delectable chicken rice features pieces of free-range chicken from Tam Ky's backyard, paired with rice cooked from fragrant red rice. Alongside the predominant colors of turmeric yellow, tomato red, and the green harmony of cucumber slices, all bathed in garlic fish sauce, it truly is a culinary masterpiece.
Rice with Baby Clams (Hue)
A traditional dish imbued with the essence of 'Hue's Soul' featuring easily accessible ingredients, with the main component being baby clams. Baby clams stir-fried with dried bamboo shoots, accompanied by peanuts, toasted sesame seeds, live shrimp, crispy pork skin, and small pieces of grilled rice paper. The hot clam broth, infused with a touch of clam broth, gingers mashed to create a fragrant aroma, blends with the baby clam rice, creating a sweet taste when eaten. Particularly, this dish has a pronounced spiciness characteristic of Hue.
Herring Noodle Soup (Phu Yen)
Herring Noodle Soup Despite its simplicity, this dish captures the hearts of locals and tourists alike with its refreshing green color from dill, small yet perfectly soft rice cakes, steamed and crispy fried fish cakes. The broth, simmered from fresh sweet fish, imparts a natural sweetness, avoiding the heaviness and monotony of pork bone broth. Visit the land of 'yellow flowers on green grass' and treat yourself to a fragrant bowl of Herring Noodle Soup.
Mai Fish Salad (Ninh Thuan)
Encased Fish In Ninh Thuan, abundant and easily caught, the delicious Mai fish salad is prepared by deboning, marinating, drying, and gently cooking each fish. Squeezed with lime, added vinegar, tamarind, sprinkled with peanuts, julienned carrots, finely chopped coriander, toasted sesame, thinly sliced shallots, basil, and a drizzle of garlic chili fish sauce, this creates an exquisite Mai fish salad for an awakening culinary experience.
Ba De Bamboo Tube Rice (Da Nang)
Who's visiting? Mrs. De's Offspring This dish is a must-buy or savor for everyone, as it's tantalizingly prepared with the main ingredient being finely minced lean pork mixed with readily available spices, fermented for a few days before ready to be enjoyed. A unique culinary delight in the journey through Da Nang.
Rice Cake Slamming
Rice Cake Slamming is a rustic dish, deeply rooted in the countryside of the Central provinces. Essentially a delightful combination of grilled rice paper and wet rice cake, paired with boiled meat, grilled meat, or pork heart. Dip the cake into a cup of characteristic tangy and spicy fish sauce, savoring the softness of the wet cake, the crispiness of the grilled rice paper, and the sweet aroma that will make you want to keep eating.
Sour-Soaked Fish Noodles (Nha Trang)
Exploring the coastal city of Nha Trang without indulging in this dish would leave your culinary journey incomplete. A bowl of authentic Nha Trang Fish Noodles is a must-try, featuring tangy elements with slices of tomatoes, fragrant green onions, served with lettuce, bitter banana flowers, and broth made from tuna or tender beef. Authentic Nha Trang fish noodles. Anyone who has tasted it will find it hard to forget the unique flavor of this dish.
Come to the Central region, the land of diverse cuisine, to treat yourself to dishes that can't be matched anywhere else. Complete your trip with a list of local famous and delicious dishes.
Posted by: Diem Quynh Le
Keywords: Top 11 delicious and enticing specialties of the Central region
