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When mentioning the delicious treats of Da Nang, it's impossible not to bring up Rice Field Delight. A rustic countryside dish that has embedded itself in the hearts of Da Nang locals as a distinctive and much-loved specialty. Known by a uniquely intriguing name, it sparks curiosity and eagerness in everyone to give it a try. If you have the chance to visit the beautiful city of Da Nang, don't forget to indulge in the unique flavor of Rice Field Delight. And here are the two most famous spots for Rice Field Delight in Da Nang.
1. Rice Field Delight at 20 Ha Thi Than
Irresistible Rice Field Delight in Da Nang (Photo credit: vntrip.vn)
Located opposite Le Quy Don High School, this eatery has become a favorite snacking spot for teens. The buzz about the delicious flavor of rice field soup here spreads effortlessly. Meticulously simmered pork ribs, seasoned to perfection, and enjoyed hot with a spicy kick from ground chili make the rural-style noodle soup here a sensory delight for consumers.
Spicy and sensational Rice Field Noodle Soup in Da Nang (Photo credit: vntrip.vn)
The arrangement of ingredients in the rural-style noodle soup defies the usual norms. The owner places shredded grilled fish at the bottom, tops it with finely sliced fish sausage, and finally adds the noodle, broth, and toppings. A generous bowl, complete with quail eggs, pork sausage, sour fermented pork roll, and pork bones, costs only 30,000 VND. Inexpensive, high-quality, and served with the attentive hospitality of the staff, the place is always bustling with customers.
Rice Field Noodle Soup served with crispy rice crackers (Photo credit: vntrip.vn)
Typically, the eatery serves crispy and golden brown rice crackers on the side, enhancing the unique essence of the delicious rice field soup. Operating from noon until late at night, you can confidently indulge in a bowl of flavorful and authentic rice field soup, capturing the essence of Da Nang and attracting numerous travelers.
2. Tran Hung Dao Extended Rice Field Noodle Soup
Apart from its name rural-style noodle soup, this place affectionately carries a unique moniker known as the “waiting porridge.” This is because during cooking, the rice flour is added simultaneously with the broth, resembling porridge. Due to minimal staffing, you may have to wait a bit. However, the anticipation reveals its unparalleled deliciousness; the Tran Hung Dao rice field soup has never disappointed anyone.
The alluring 'Waiting Porridge' dish at Tran Hung Dao (Photo credit: vntrip.vn)
The main ingredients of the rural-style noodle soup are quite simple, consisting of rice flour, fish, fish sausage, and fried shallots. The fish is either golden crispy or marinated tuna, grilled to perfection, finely crushed to release the fishy aroma. As the noodle strands are made from rice flour, the broth has a distinct milky white color, reminiscent of porridge. It is delicately seasoned, with a sweet and clear taste of fish, a hint of spiciness from chili, and a rich, flavorful aroma.
Delicious Rice Field Noodle Soup at Tran Hung Dao (Photo credit: vntrip.vn)
What's special is that the rice field soup here is super affordable, starting from only 15,000 VND; you can enjoy a delicious and hearty bowl. The place is usually packed with customers from 3:30 PM, even though it officially opens at 4 PM. Since the place is not yet set up, you have to wait, hence the ordering of Tran Hung Dao Rice Field Noodle Soup is playfully dubbed as 'waiting porridge.'
It would be quite fascinating if, on rainy days, you get to sit with close companions to experience the extremely spicy hot flavor of this intriguing dish. If you have the chance to travel to Da Nang, don't miss the opportunity to savor these delicious dishes as well as the rustic and countryside-flavored Tran Hung Dao rice field noodle soup.
