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Hến is a key ingredient discovered in many traditional dishes of Central Vietnam. Enjoying a bowl of hến rice or a sweet and savory hến soup is an unforgettable culinary experience.
Delight in the Richness of Hến-infused Delicacies from Central Vietnam
Hến-stuffed Rice Paper is a popular dish along the Central coastal region. Prepared with simple ingredients like onions, chili, lemongrass, and cilantro, this dish, when served on rice crackers and topped with roasted peanuts, offers a delightful contrast of crispy texture and rich hến flavor. Photo: Atasteofjoyandlove, flyinggarlic98.
Hến Xào Cake is a favorite among diners in the ancient streets of Hội An. Consisting of Bánh Đập and hến xào, the layers of grilled rice paper and moist rice paper create a perfect balance of crispy and chewy textures. The flavorful and spicy Hến Xào paired with Bánh Đập is a harmonious delight. Photo: Pinterest.
Hue's Signature Hến Rice is a beloved dish in Huế. Locals can indulge in this three times a day without getting tired, thanks to the harmonious combination of flavors: refreshing water spinach, persimmons, aromatic herbs, the sweet fragrance of hến, the savory richness of shrimp paste, and the crunchiness of pork rind. The rice used is cold, and a touch of chili sauce completes the dish. Photo: Hueoi, bepthucduong.
Bún Hến is a fascinating variation derived from hến-infused rice. Similar to hến rice, the ingredients for Bún Hến include pork cracklings, fresh vegetables, fried shallots, roasted peanuts, pickled vegetables, and a generous serving of hến. You can elevate the dish by adding a bowl of hến broth and a few slices of ginger for a stomach-settling experience. The dish offers a refreshing and cool sensation, reminiscent of hến rice or Bún Hến. Photo: Nothingtoeat_, quinbeo.
Hến Soup makes a regular appearance in many meals in Central Vietnam. While Northern-style sour hến soup involves a mix of various ingredients, the Central version is often cooked with humble vegetables like water morning glory, mustard greens, and amaranth. Sautéed with pickled onions, the hến releases its aromatic flavor, and the broth becomes rich and sweet with the addition of fresh greens. A spoonful of hến soup brings all the flavors of Central Vietnam to your palate. Photo: Cookpad.
According to Hải Nhi/ Zing news
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Reference: Travel guide from Mytour
