Experience the tantalizing flavor of Diem Dien shrimp-filled steamed rice rolls - a culinary gem from the coastal region of Thai Binh.

Steamed rice rolls, a delicacy found in many places such as Thanh Tri steamed rice rolls, Me So shrimp and pork steamed rice rolls, grilled pork sausage-filled Phu Ly steamed rice rolls, and Lang Son egg-filled steamed rice rolls... Along the coastal region of Thai Thuy lies the fragrant and enticing Diem Dien shrimp-filled steamed rice rolls.

Experience the tantalizing flavor of Diem Dien shrimp-filled steamed rice rolls - a culinary gem from the coastal region of Thai Binh.

The exquisite Diem Dien shrimp-filled steamed rice rolls have captured the hearts of countless diners, inspiring the poetic verse:

“Wrapped with succulent shrimp fillings, these rice rolls

Evoke cravings from dawn till dusk.”

Located in the heart of Diem Dien town, Gú market offers a diverse range of fresh seafood, including shrimp used to make steamed rice rolls. The stalls selling shrimp-filled rice rolls are interspersed among noodle shops, pho stalls, porridge stalls, dessert shops... The crowded dining tables attest to the irresistible allure of this dish.

Shrimp-filled rice rolls are sold at Gú market twice a day. Although made from shrimp, these rolls belong to the realm of rustic cuisine because Diem Dien shrimp-filled rice rolls are made from finely ground shrimp meat that anyone can purchase. This dish has been around for over half a century. In this coastal region abundant with fish and shrimp, locals have utilized available ingredients to create delicious dishes.

To achieve delicious rice rolls, the most important aspect is smooth rice wrappers and well-prepared filling. In the past, people used Moc Tuyen rice, but nowadays Q5 rice is used. This rice, when cooked, is firm but makes exceptionally tasty rice rolls.

Rice contributes to the soft and elastic texture of the rice wrappers, preventing them from breaking apart. In the past, making rice wrappers required craftsmen to toil late into the night and rise early. Today, thanks to machinery, craftsmen face less hardship. However, no machine can replace the preparation of the filling.

Fresh sea shrimp are cleaned, peeled, and finely ground. Then, fragrant onions are sautéed before adding the shrimp to stir-fry with wood ear mushrooms, spring onions, and traditional seasonings. Diem Dien shrimp-filled rice rolls succeed when there is a harmonious blend of the fresh white color of the rice wrapper, the golden hue of the shrimp filling, and the green of the onions.

Steamed rice rolls are served with gio (Vietnamese sausage), cha (Vietnamese ham), or simply dipped in a separate dipping sauce, making them incredibly appealing. A bite of rice roll quickly stimulates the taste buds with the sweetness and richness of the shrimp filling, combined with the intense, pure flavor of Diem Dien fish sauce. Whether eaten hot or cold, Gú market rice rolls are always delicious.

Not only do locals in the area adore steamed rice rolls, but many people from elsewhere also fall in love with this rustic dish. It has become a favorite countryside gift for city dwellers, with many even asking friends or family visiting the area to buy some for them. People from as far as Hai Phong and Nam Dinh often have others purchase them on their behalf. Steamed rice rolls have thus become a beloved countryside gift for urbanites.

According to Mytour

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Reference: Travel guide by Mytour