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When mentioning Binh Dinh, thoughts immediately turn to the land of martial arts, rich in heroic spirit, where the illustrious Nguyen Hue was born. However, this piece of land also holds its own unique charm, expressed through the diversity and richness of its specialties.Binh Dinh's specialties are renowned for their enticing aroma and distinctive qualities that leave an unforgettable impression on anyone who has had the pleasure of trying them.
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Mum Nhum Mỹ An
Experience the extraordinary flavors of Binh Dinh's specialties, where the small black creature known as con nhum, with its sharp black spines resembling a hedgehog, transforms into a delicacy. This unique type of fish sauce, historically reserved for royalty, is made by meticulously extracting the flesh of nhum, removing its spines, and fermenting it in pottery jars with a sprinkle of salt. After being buried in a charcoal stove, the nhum sauce becomes fragrant, smooth, and takes on a reddish hue. Paired with fresh noodles or rolled boiled meat with raw vegetables, nhum sauce becomes a top-notch delicacy, gaining recognition as one of Binh Dinh's renowned specialties.
Nhum sauce from My An in ancient times was a delicacy reserved for the Royal family – Binh Dinh specialty (photo: ST)
Bun tom Chau Truc
Bun tom, not only delicious due to its unique flavors, but it also captures the hearts of diners with its intricate preparation process. Originating from Chau Truc Lagoon – the largest freshwater lagoon in Vietnam, bun tom carries the sweet and rustic flavor of Binh Dinh.
Clean the shrimp, remove the head and tail, finely mash with fresh onions and a few chili peppers for marination. The intricate part comes in making the vermicelli; the people of Chau Truc Lagoon knead rice flour and press the noodles from the mold directly into a pot of boiling water. This results in vermicelli that is both chewy and white, combined with the sweet and fresh taste of shrimp, making it irresistibly delicious. Add a bit of ground chili and a splash of fish sauce, and you have a bowl of enticing and rustic steamed vermicelli that remains appetizing even after repeated indulgence.
Chau Truc Vermicelli (Photo: ST)
Banh Hoi Dieu Tri
For those returning from Binh Dinh, a must-stop is to immediately indulge in the richly flavored native dish, Banh Hoi. Carefully selected and soaked overnight, the rice is then finely ground in a stone mortar. Once the dry flour is ready, it is steamed until cooked, then molded into small, intricate cakes. Steaming the cakes once more results in the fragrant aroma of fresh rice, enhanced with a hint of sautéed green onions and a sweet and sour dipping sauce that lingers on the palate.
Delightful Binh Dinh Dish is particularly enjoyed by locals with a side of porridge and pork heart. The thin and sweet porridge complements the dish, making the Banh Hoi even more fragrant and rich in the martial land's flavors.
Banh Hoi Dieu Tri (photo: ST)
Tay Son Ox Tripe
The heroic land of Tay Son possesses dishes that, once tasted, are unforgettable, especially the uniquely flavorful and aromatic Tay Son ox tripe. Originating from the Bana ethnic group, this dish is made from the non-matured intestines of cattle. The Tay Son people select the freshest section of the intestines, filter the inner part called 'gie,' and then proceed to prepare the dish. Marinated with salt, pepper, finely chopped onions, and garlic, the ox tripe becomes rich and flavorful. The addition of fresh coconut water during stir-frying enhances the dish's sweetness, while the pungent aroma is countered by the spiciness of lemongrass, grilled ginger, and the tanginess of sour betel leaves.
What could be more delightful than savoring the exquisite flavors of ox tripe, sipping on strong liquor, and sharing moments of joy with friends around a lively campfire, don't you think?
Tay Son Ox Tripe (photo: ST)
Bau Da Liquor - Binh Dinh Specialty
Distant travelers always believe that visiting Binh Dinh without bringing back a few bottles of Bau Da liquor as gifts is akin to not truly setting foot in this place. Since ancient times, this type of liquor has been famous for its taste and origin. What makes this liquor special is that it is not distilled from regular water but from the communal well water, hence its name Bau Da.
Bau Da Liquor Binh Dinh (photo: ST)
In modern times, as those ancient communal wells have run dry, people distill using water from underground wells, preserving the unique essence of Binh Dinh. Through meticulous processing, the distilled liquor is rich and aromatic, retaining a distinct flavor. Therefore, it has become an indispensable component of every feast in this land of Nau.
Huyen Market Nem
If you choose a snack to accompany Bau Da liquor, Huyen Market Nem is the perfect match. Rarely does any sour sausage reach perfection like Huyen Market Nem—tangy, sweet, chewy, and crunchy, leaving a refreshing taste on the palate. Enjoying Huyen Market Nem can be a delightful experience when paired with fried spring rolls, rolled rice paper, or grilled for a fragrant touch, garnished with a few basil leaves and slices of chili to awaken the senses. If you're traveling to Binh Dinh, don't forget to choose Huyen Market Nem as a Binh Dinh specialty gift not to be missed!
(Photo: ST)
The land of Binh Dinh is a place that, once visited, is never forgotten. Just come and taste these extraordinary specialties of Binh Dinh, and you will never be able to forget.
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