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Accompanying its renowned beaches, Nha Trang is equally famous for its culinary scene deeply rooted in the flavors of the South Central Coast. When visiting Nha Trang, these dishes are simply unmissable!
Indulge in Nha Trang's Gastronomic Marvels: 5 Irresistible Local Delicacies
Jellyfish Vermicelli Soup
Just as sampling authentic Hue beef noodle soup is a must when in Hue, trying jellyfish vermicelli soup is essential in Nha Trang. While fish vermicelli soup is found throughout Vietnam's coastal regions, Nha Trang's version boasts a unique flavor that captivates travelers.
Jellyfish vermicelli soup is particularly ideal for breakfast. A bowl of steaming vermicelli with jellyfish and grilled fish served with a variety of herbs. The broth is clear and refreshing, enhanced with a hint of chili and fresh lime, encapsulating the essence of Nha Trang's tranquil mornings.
Rice Cake Delight
Rice cake delight is a popular dish in the coastal region of Central Vietnam. However, those who have visited Nha Trang must admit that the rice cakes here are truly unique and irresistible.
Rice cakes are made from rice flour, then cooked in small round clay pots over the heat of charcoal. The fillings are quite diverse, ranging from squid, shrimp, quail eggs, dried or fresh pork... After adding meatballs, pork skin, shredded green mango, and spring onions, diners will drizzle on a special fish sauce just for this dish, thus fully enjoying the flavor of Nha Trang rice cakes.
Grilled Spring Rolls
Nha Trang grilled spring rolls have won numerous awards for specialties in Khanh Hoa province. Recently, statistics from the GoFood ordering platform also show that Nha Trang grilled spring rolls are the most ordered in Hanoi. Therefore, it can be concluded that grilled spring rolls play an important role in traveling to Nha Trang, especially when combined with culinary tourism.
The rolls are made from marinated and fermented pork. When eating, they are placed on a charcoal grill, and one delights in the sizzling sound as the fat drips onto the charcoal. Then, diners wrap the rolls with vermicelli, fresh herbs in rice paper, and dip them in a special peanut sauce to maximize the deliciousness of the dish.
Exotic Beef Delight
Exotic Beef Delight is a renowned dish in Nha Trang, so famous that it's named after the first restaurant to serve it. However, nowadays, there are plenty of eateries in Nha Trang offering this exquisite delicacy for tourists to relish.
Exotic Beef Delight is a type of grilled beef marinated in a secret and exquisite sauce. It's said that the sauce is made from honey and at least 10 different spices, making this dish more special than any other.
The beef is cut into small pieces and marinated until fully infused with spices. Then, it's grilled over a charcoal fire. Once grilled, the meat is immediately enjoyed with fresh greens and a tangy chili lime dip. Truly a unique experience!
Assorted Seafood Platter
When you visit Nha Trang, you'll have the chance to savor freshly caught seafood straight from the sea. At seafood restaurants, diners can personally select live seafood swimming in tanks. Only after weighing and pricing does the restaurant prepare the chosen seafood.
June 15, 2022
