1. Ginger Candy
During Tet, the Vietnamese dining table is never without the presence of a plate of ginger candy shining in golden color. The combination of the sweet taste of powdered sugar and the warm spiciness of fresh ginger creates a unique sweet and spicy flavor that cannot be mistaken for any other type of candied treat. Ginger candy is not only delicious but also a medicinal flavor, known for its detoxifying, anti-nausea, anti-indigestion, and anti-stomachache effects, especially after overindulging in rich foods. It's a bit challenging to eat alone, but these ginger candies will surely assist you at those times.
Ginger candy is a beloved Tết treat, especially among middle-aged and elderly people, as it offers various health benefits. The ingredients for making ginger candy are readily available, including fresh ginger, powdered sugar, granulated sugar, alum, and fresh lime. The medicinal benefits of ginger candy include promoting digestion, detoxification, and anti-nausea effects. Some studies have demonstrated ginger's pain-relieving and anti-inflammatory properties. Adjust the quantities according to your needs to make this delightful ginger candy in slices, perfect for the whole family or as a thoughtful gift for friends and relatives.


2. Peanut Candy
Peanut candy, candied fruits, preserved apricots... these are the indispensable items in the traditional Tet sweet treat tray, intertwined with the childhood memories of many generations of Vietnamese people. Peanut candy, also known as peanut brittle. Eating peanut candy with a cup of hot tea is a delightful experience. The hot, clear tea creates a unique and refreshing sensation for the eater. However, most people often buy peanut candy at the market instead of making it at home. While it takes little time, with simple cooking steps, you can easily create delicious and healthy peanut candies for the whole family.
Peanut candy, if processed with a moderate amount of sugar and no preservatives, will become a nutritious treat. It helps prevent gallstones, enhances memory, reduces cholesterol, and prevents cardiovascular diseases. Peanut candy - this simple and rustic gift cannot be absent from the traditional Tet sweet treat tray of the past. Unlike today's variety, in the past, the Tet tea-serving table only featured a plate of crispy, sweet, and chewy peanut candy with a hot tea cup, enough to create a warm story for the beginning of the year. In the old days, peanut candy was handcrafted, mixing sugar and malt, then boiling until it reached a brownish-yellow color, combining with peanuts until it became sticky and then poured, rolled thin, and cut into rectangular or square blocks as desired.


3. Cashew Nuts
Cashew nuts are a healthy snack, providing numerous vitamins and minerals for the body. Cashews have many health benefits, preventing cancer, aiding in weight loss, promoting strong bones, good for the heart, beautifying hair and skin, preventing kidney stones, and more. Cashews are widely cultivated in many countries around the world. They can be eaten as a light snack or added to various dishes to enhance the flavor. In addition to making dishes more delicious, cashews also offer many health benefits. In the festive atmosphere of Tet, your family cannot miss this nutritious dish.
With high nutritional value, processed products from cashew nuts have recently attracted the attention of domestic consumers. Especially during Tet, cashews are one of the products that people buy a lot for consumption and as gifts. Unlike previous years, where cashew products were limited to salt-roasted cashews, unpeeled cashews, now, businesses are keen to introduce a variety of processed cashews to meet consumer trends, such as garlic-flavored cashews, wasabi-flavored cashews, honey-coated cashews, cashew candies, and more.


4. Tamarind Candy
Every Tet, alongside chung cake and pickled onions, various candies are indispensable in every home. Especially candies made from tamarind, with a sweet and sour taste, are beloved by many. Tamarind candy is an attractive and special treat for the young. Its sweet and sour flavor, combined with the shiny brown appearance, always captivates both children and adults. With simple steps, you can have tamarind candies made from whole fruits that are irresistible for the whole family during Tet.
The product is manufactured through a closed process, ensuring food safety and hygiene. Tamarind candy has a beautiful color and a delicious sweet and sour taste. Carefully packaged in elegant boxes or silver paper bags, it is suitable as a gift for loved ones during Tet. In addition to its sour and spicy taste, tamarind candy is also rich in vitamin C, beneficial for those with heat-related conditions. Moreover, it has the effect of cooling, treating constipation, and reducing urination urgency. Therefore, tamarind candies are always sought after in the current Tet market.


5. Tomato Preserve Candy
Vietnamese cuisine boasts hundreds of delicious snacks, among which preserved fruits hold a strong cultural influence from all three regions. To make tomato preserve candy, one must know how to choose fresh and safe tomatoes to ensure the highest quality ingredient. Safe tomatoes are naturally ripened without any artificial stimulants. Select tomatoes with firm and red skin. Choose tomatoes that feel solid, not mushy. Opt for tomatoes with fresh green stems; if the stem is still fresh and green, gently pulling it should keep it firmly attached to the fruit, indicating it's ripe.
Tomato preserve candy is commonly cultivated in Dalat and processed using the most advanced drying technology, preserving its unique aroma. It's a delightful dried fruit snack favored by many tourists. During Tet, the flavor of this candy is indispensable in every household. The natural, vibrant red color of tomato preserve candy not only brings beauty to those who enjoy it but also provides numerous health benefits: supplying vitamins A, B, C, K... tomato preserve candy helps boost immunity, supports cooling down, relieves dizziness, prevents constipation, and regulates high blood pressure. Therefore, tomato preserve candy is highly favored by many.


6. Candied Sweet Potatoes
Sweet potatoes are widely popular and familiar to the Vietnamese people. The main component of sweet potatoes is starch, along with fiber and various vitamins such as A, C, B6, offering significant health benefits. Sweet potatoes are particularly beneficial for diabetes patients, as they can reduce the body's insulin resistance. They help mitigate the risk of heart diseases, cancer, and joint issues. Sweet potatoes also contribute to healthy eyes and reduce the risk of certain cancers, such as breast cancer, stomach cancer, cervical cancer, and colorectal cancer…
Moreover, sweet potatoes are processed into candied treats without altering their nutritional value. Enjoying a few sips of traditional tea and indulging in a few pieces of candied sweet potatoes during Tet is simply delightful. Candied sweet potatoes also have a mild laxative effect, prevent constipation, stimulate digestion, and prevent joint inflammation. The best time to enjoy candied sweet potatoes is during lunch or early afternoon. However, it's advisable not to consume them with other sweet treats. Due to their high sugar content, combining them with other sweet treats may lead to fermentation in the stomach, stimulating increased acid secretion and potentially causing gastric ulcers.


7. Pineapple Candy
Pineapple candy might not be everyone's favorite due to its sweetness and potential for quick weight gain. However, this treat offers health benefits that many are unaware of. When it comes to pineapple candy, a familiar name in many families during Tet, it's a popular snack and hospitality treat among various Tet candies. It has a subtle, moderately sweet flavor that makes you crave for more with each bite. Crafting delicious, high-quality pineapple candy requires skill and meticulous attention to the cooking process.
Pineapple candy aids in relieving stomach discomfort, indigestion, and supports digestion. It detoxifies, cools the body, and helps combat physical weakness. Pineapple candy is effective in treating acne, as it is an easily digestible fat, preventing atherosclerosis. Additionally, pineapple candy also acts as a mild laxative, so indulging in it won't cause constipation. However, it's crucial to choose a reliable brand of pineapple candy, as many on the market are of poor quality, widely distributed, and contain high levels of sugar and preservatives, negatively impacting your health.


8. Lotus Seed Candy
As Tet approaches and spring arrives, every time the candied fruit tray is displayed for Tet, it's certain that candied lotus seed is an indispensable sweet treat, isn't it, everyone? Candied lotus seed is mostly made from natural ingredients, with few preservatives and low sugar content, making it relatively safe for diabetics and the elderly. The aromatic and sweet flavor of candied lotus seed always completes the festive table during Tet. Candied lotus seed is a beloved treat, with its sweet and fragrant taste lingering in the memory after just one bite.
To make the dessert tray more attractive and elegant for entertaining guests during Tet, you cannot miss this candied lotus seed dish. Lotus seeds are rich in protein, magnesium, potassium, and phosphorus. They have the benefits of treating insomnia, relieving diarrhea, anti-aging, and rejuvenating the facial skin. Therefore, on Tet days, enjoy candied lotus seed without worrying about anything harmful to your health. People often make both fresh and dried candied lotus seeds. Fresh candied lotus seeds are sweet, soft, and extremely enticing, especially when paired with a hot tea. On the other hand, dried candied lotus seeds are crispy, sweet, and undoubtedly enhance the completeness of your Tet day!


9. Candied Roses
The sweet taste of rose fruit effectively curbs hunger when you are on a diet, yet it remains low in calories. Therefore, nutritionists advise overweight individuals to incorporate roses into their meals. Additionally, roses help alleviate digestive disorders thanks to the natural pectin in the fruit's flesh. Roses prevent heart diseases, promote blood circulation, keep the heart muscles healthy, and maintain normal blood sugar levels. Moreover, roses are excellent in preventing cancer. A study in Japan demonstrated the anti-aging effects of roses due to the presence of proanthocyanidin compounds abundant in the skin. They protect cells from oxidation, reinforcing eyesight.
During the Tet holiday, using rose fruits to make candied treats is a wonderful choice unmatched by anything else. Candied roses also help combat fatigue, relieve coughs, and address nocturnal urination issues. However, when choosing to consume rose candied treats, it's essential to opt for a trustworthy brand. Additionally, avoid overly sweet varieties with excessive chemical sugars as they can impact your blood sugar and digestive system. The refreshing and sweet taste of rose candied treats captivates the palate, leaving everyone who tries it enamored. If you happen to visit Da Lat, international travelers cannot miss this rose candied treat. Yet, you don't need to go far; just have the ingredients and follow the authentic recipe to enjoy this delightful treat.


10. Carrot Preserves
During Tet, candied treats are always the number one choice to treat guests. Sweet bites, everyone enjoys conversation while savoring these treats with a cup of tea, creating a cultural tradition during Tet. Carrot preserves are a popular and most-loved candied treat. Carrots, known for their health benefits, have been turned into a delightful Tet treat enjoyed on every Tet occasion. This familiar food is a staple in every family's meals.
Carrot preserves nourish the blood and promote good digestion. They are beneficial for those with anemia, slow growth, diarrhea, and constipation. Additionally, due to the presence of vitamin A in carrots, they help prevent dry eyes, night blindness, slow-healing wounds, and enhance the body's immune system. The finished product, carrot preserves, has a distinctive orange-yellow color, coated with a layer of white crystallized sugar, presenting a beautiful appearance. The mild sweetness, crisp texture, and the delightful flavor resembling warm sunflowers create a special touch on the dessert tray for guests.


11. Persimmon Preserves
During Tet, no matter how many cakes your family has, you cannot miss the traditional ethnic preserves. Many choose candied coconut, candied winter melon, candied carrots… These are common Tet preserves. Few think of persimmon preserves, not only appealing with its shiny yellow color and delicious sweet and sour taste but also carrying many health benefits. Persimmon preserves are not only a popular treat during Tet but also an excellent remedy for coughs. Making persimmon preserves is quite simple with easy-to-find ingredients. You can buy them or take the time to make this delicious and unique Tet treat to welcome Tet 2022!
Persimmon preserves, also known as candied kaki. This is an attractive preserve that many people love. In addition to its sweet taste, persimmon preserves also have a gentle and fragrant flavor. Moreover, persimmon preserves are known for their healing properties for colds, dry coughs, warming the stomach, and relieving abdominal pain… The ingredients for making this preserve include persimmons, crystalline sugar, white lime, alum, and salt. However, making persimmon preserves requires careful attention. The finished product can be either soft or dry, depending on your taste and method of making preserves.


12. Gac Preserve
As you may know, Gac fruit is not only used to add vibrant colors to dishes but also widely utilized for health and beauty benefits due to its incredible properties. Gac is a type of fruit that turns red when ripe, with segmented seeds inside. People use the fleshy part, also known as Gac membrane, to make spices and dishes like Gac sticky rice, Gac oil, and more.
Gac fruit offers numerous health benefits. It's not by chance that Westerners call Gac the fruit from paradise. Gac contains twice the amount of beta-carotene as carrots, preventing vitamin deficiencies, promoting eye health, enhancing skin beauty, and boosting immunity. Additionally, it strengthens the body's resistance and acts as an antioxidant. Gac is processed into preserves, retaining its nutritional value. Vietnamese families cannot do without this delicious Gac preserve during every Tet celebration.


13. Winter Melon Preserve
Winter Melon Preserve is a traditional Tet treat in Vietnam. Loved for its sweet, crisp, and white texture, winter melon preserve is a timeless favorite. Winter melon is renowned for its health benefits. Crafting winter melon preserve is intricate, time-consuming, not as straightforward as coconut candy. Nevertheless, many families prepare it close to Tet, even if it means gathering ingredients one or two months prior.
Winter melon is a nutritious food that benefits health. Specifically, winter melon preserve is essential during chilly Tet days. With its sweet and refreshing taste, winter melon preserve aids in diuresis, cools and refreshes, and detoxifies, making it an excellent choice for consumption. Beneath the crisp, sweet, and pure white exterior lies a soft, cool, and fragrant layer of winter melon. Aside from its delightful taste and symbolic luck for the new year, winter melon preserve serves as a thirst-quenching, diuretic, and detoxifying remedy after the festive celebrations of Tet.


14. Cherry Preserve
Made from a selection of premium fruits and high-quality ingredients, cherry preserve boasts a naturally delightful taste that easily captivates even the most discerning customers. Plates of vibrant red and fragrant cherry preserves will be the centerpiece on your family's festive table. Moreover, each cherry is rich in essential minerals such as potassium, phosphorus, calcium, as well as vitamins like A and C. Therefore, don't miss out on this unique, delicious, and nutritious cherry preserve during every Tet celebration.
The cherry is one of the fruits that is rich in antioxidants and has been proven to bring many health benefits. Besides preparing traditional preserves for Tet, showcase your skills in making this delightful cherry preserve to treat friends, family, or if you're short on time, purchasing it is also very convenient. In recent years, cherry preserves have become more popular among the Vietnamese, making them readily available for purchase.

