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Bac Ninh's specialties are one of the reasons that attract tourists. This land is famous for its long-standing Quan Ho folk songs. Along with that are the delicious and unique dishes. Coupled with the rich cultural heritage with ancient relics. If you're planning a trip to Bac Ninh, don't forget to enjoy the cuisine here! Surely, the simple countryside flavors will leave a lasting impression on you.
Bac Ninh's renowned specialty - Dinh Bang 'Phu The' cake
'Phu The' cake, also known as 'xu xe' or 'su se' cake, is a traditional sweet cake considered a Bac Ninh specialty. The recipe for making this cake varies in each region. However, Dinh Bang, Bac Ninh is said to be the first place to make this type of cake. Therefore, you should not miss this specialty when visiting here.
The cake has a sweet taste, and when you eat it, you can feel the fragrant softness of the glutinous rice. The cake is usually wrapped in banana leaves to enhance the aroma. The filling is made from green beans, so it has a sweet and nutty flavor. Additionally, the cake also contains papaya, coconut, lotus seeds, etc. You can buy 'phu the' cake as a gift for your relatives or friends.
'Phu the' cake with its golden color on green leaves is extremely prominent (Image source: Collected)
In the past, people believed that the green color of the wrapping leaves symbolized loyalty and steadfastness. 'Phu the' cakes are often present at weddings. These cakes are usually part of the ceremonial feast. Therefore, this type of cake also has a very important significance in the spiritual life of the local people.
The price of the cake ranges from 40,000 to 60,000 VND per piece or pair. This price depends on the size of the cake and its intended use. Typically, cakes used in weddings will be larger and more substantial. Therefore, their prices will be slightly higher than normal cakes.
Famous Specialty of Bac Ninh - 'Nem Lang Bui'
Another famous specialty of Bac Ninh is 'Nem Lang Bui.' This is a popular dish among people from the northern provinces. 'Nem' can be prepared in many different ways. It is a famous traditional dish, full of the flavor of Bac Ninh region.
To create this dish, it goes through many meticulous stages. The crispy part of 'nem' is made from finely ground roasted rice. Along with that is the pork filling, which adds to the stimulating taste. People often eat 'nem' with sung leaves and dip it in chili sauce to enhance the flavor.
A very enticing dish that diners should not miss when visiting Bac Ninh (Image source: Collected)
'Nem Lang Bui' is over a hundred years old, a familiar dish to the people of Bac Ninh. Most tourists on the North Vietnam Tour 2024 to Bac Ninh often buy 'nem' as gifts. You can find this dish at shops along the National Highway Cau Ho - Thuan Thanh to Hai Duong. The average price for each 'nem' is around 30,000 VND.
Famous Specialty of Bac Ninh - 'Banh Khuc' from Diem Village
'Banh Khuc' from Diem Village is another famous specialty of Bac Ninh that Mytour wants to introduce to you. This cake is often seen on holidays or full moon days. The locals here often bring out the cake to invite distant guests.
The cake crust is made from sticky rice and khuc leaves. The filling combines green beans and fat meat. When eaten, you can feel the richness and fragrant softness, very delicious. The ingredients are simple but when combined, they create a uniquely delicious taste.
'Banh khuc' is a very famous specialty in Bac Ninh (Image source: Collected)
It's not difficult to buy 'banh khuc'. You can buy it to eat or buy it as a gift for your relatives and friends. Most shops in Diem village sell this cake. A portion of 'banh khuc' usually costs around 60,000 VND, which is considered very reasonable.
Famous Specialty of Bac Ninh - 'Banh te' from Cho Village
'Banh te' from Cho Village is a famous specialty of Bac Ninh loved by tourists. The cake is also known as 'banh rang bua'. 'Banh te' is quite popular in the Northern region, most notably in Cho Village. If you are a fan of cakes, you cannot miss this dish.
A rustic and simple cake but irresistibly attractive (Image source: Collected)
The cake is made from many simple ingredients such as dong leaves, plain rice flour, pork, and wood ear mushrooms... All these flavors blend together to create a very rustic and rural taste. The cake's ivory-colored crust is chewy but not soft, slightly sticky like 'banh gio', and fragrant with dong leaf. When eaten, you can feel the rich and crispy texture of the wood ear mushrooms.
Specialty of Bac Ninh - Steamed beef rolled in rice paper
A specialty of Bac Ninh you should not miss is steamed beef rolled in rice paper. When in Bac Ninh, you cannot miss this famous dish. The beef, after being steamed, remains soft, sweet, and fragrant. The meat is thinly sliced and rolled with raw vegetables and rice paper.
The dipping sauce will be the 'soul' of the dish. The seasoning person must create a delicious and palatable flavor. Only then, when you dip, can you fully feel the delicious taste of the dish. The dish may seem simple at first glance but is often highly appreciated by diners.
This is a unique dish that impresses diners right from the first time (Image source: Collected)
Steamed beef rolled in rice paper may seem simple at first glance but it has a very strong appeal. It would be a shame if you went to Bac Ninh without trying this dish. The variety and uniqueness of the vegetables will stimulate your taste buds. Just by looking, you will surely want to eat right away.
Specialty of Bac Ninh - Tich Nghi Fish Porridge
If you are a fan of porridge, you cannot miss the Tich Nghi fish porridge. According to tradition, this dish is named after Mrs. Tich Nghi in Ve An ward, Bac Ninh. In 1977, her family opened a small porridge shop. Over time, the shop became famous throughout the Kinh Bac region. As time went by, this dish became more and more popular.
The fish used to cook the porridge is carp or grass carp. When you taste it, you will feel the sweetness and softness of the rice when simmered. Combined with the fresh taste of fish and the aroma of vegetables, it creates a beautiful and delicious bowl of porridge. When eating, you can add garlic vinegar, pepper, dried chili, and a bowl of chili fish sauce.
When in Bac Ninh, remember to enjoy Tich Nghi fish porridge (Image source: Collected)
There is nothing better than eating Tich Nghi fish porridge on rainy days. Many tourists visiting Bac Ninh are looking for this dish. The special thing about the fish porridge is that the fragrant vegetables are placed at the bottom of the porridge. The porridge temperature is just enough to cook without making the vegetables mushy. This is truly a specialty of Bac Ninh that you should try when you are here.
Signature dish of Bac Ninh - Charred liver pho
One famous specialty of Bac Ninh known for its delicious aroma is charred liver pho. This is a very unique and delicious dish that you cannot miss. This dish is famous for its complexity in preparation. Once you have tasted it, you will never forget this unique flavor.
The pieces of liver are usually marinated very carefully. Then, they are grilled, releasing a fragrant aroma. The broth is also elaborately prepared, simmered from meat and bones. Charred liver pho has soft white pho noodles, served with bean sprouts and fresh herbs.
Charred liver pho Bac Ninh is one of the famous specialties of Bac Ninh (Image source: Collected)
The soft pho combined with crispy liver and bile brings an irresistible taste. When you eat, you will feel a very characteristic flavor that only Bac Ninh has. It would be a shame if you came to Bac Ninh and missed this dish.
Famous Bac Ninh specialty - Đình Bảng rat meat
When you hear about rat meat, many people may not dare to eat it. However, Đình Bảng rat meat is a very popular Bac Ninh specialty. Not only locals but also tourists visiting here love this dish. Sometimes, they are even displayed on feasts on wedding days.
After being caught, the rats are cleaned thoroughly and hung to drain. Some places in Đình Bảng will grill them until golden, then peel off the skin to create a fragrant, fatty taste when cooked. Field rat meat is white and has a chewy texture like chicken meat. From rats, you can make many dishes such as grilled rat meat, field rat cooked with beans, sweet and sour rat...
Despite its intimidating appearance, this dish has a very delicious flavor (Image source: Collection)
According to villagers, rat meat is very gentle and has many health benefits. For example, it helps restore health and reduce pain... But boiled rat meat with lime leaves is still the most beloved dish. If you set foot in Bac Ninh, you must try this dish.
Famous Bac Ninh specialty - Tương Đình Tổ
Tương Đình Tổ is a famous Bac Ninh specialty far and wide. It is a type of sauce that many people know. In which, fermented soybeans are considered the most important ingredient to create the sauce. However, to get delicious sauce with beautiful color, you must also add corn and yellow-flowered sticky rice.
Tương Đình Tổ has a naturally sweet flavor and a moderate level of saltiness. This is due to the natural fermentation process in the ripe water along with a specific salt ratio. The sauce is rich in nutrients. It is often used as a dip for other dishes such as grilled fish, boiled meat, boiled vegetables, steamed cakes... Or sometimes used as a seasoning for braised dishes.
A bowl of sauce may look simple but it makes the meal much tastier (Image source: Collection)
To fully experience the cuisine of Kinh Bac, do not miss out on Tương Đình Tổ sauce! There are quite a few dishes here that are accompanied by this sauce. This specialty dish with its rich flavor will surely leave a lasting impression on you.
Famous Bac Ninh specialty - Sky delicacy
If you pay attention, you will notice that in Bac Ninh restaurants and eateries, there are dishes made from sky delicacies. This is a very familiar Bac Ninh specialty that many diners love. The dishes are made from birds such as roasted birds, grilled birds, birds stewed with Chinese medicine, bird sticky rice,...
Just looking at the golden brown skin makes you want to eat right away (Image source: Collection)
With a diverse source of ingredients, there are many different bird species for you to choose from. The distinctive cooking methods will impress you about the cuisine of Bac Ninh. Depending on the bird species and cooking methods, the prices will vary. On average, it ranges from 50,000 to 200,000 VND.
Famous Bac Ninh specialty - Vân village wine
Vân village wine is a specialty of Bac Ninh often bought by tourists as gifts. Its intoxicating and strong flavor is sure to make you feel 'drunk'. On major holidays such as death anniversaries, Lunar New Year, this type of wine is indispensable. Gradually, it seems to have become a ritual that cannot be missed for the local people here.
Vân village wine is famous for its long history in the northern region of our country. The wine is made from a synthesis of 30 to 50 northern medicinal herbs, of top quality. It seems that only the villagers hold the secret of that tradition. The wine has a distinctive, rich flavor and is not too bitter. Drinking it will make you feel indescribably elated.
Vân village wine is stored in very eye-catching jars (Image source: Collection)
The wine is entirely handcrafted and undergoes many stages. Each stage requires meticulousness and care. This type of wine is not only sought after by domestic tourists but also by foreign guests. It will surely be a meaningful travel gift on your journey.
Specialty of Bac Ninh - Ke rice cracker
Ke rice cracker is a very famous and long-standing specialty of Bac Ninh. This cake has become a part of many people's childhood here. The cake is made from familiar and rustic ingredients. They are made from old rice, soaked thoroughly, and then ground finely.
During the baking process, the cakes are carefully baked to retain their crispness and deliciousness. Sesame, poppy seeds, or peanuts are sprinkled on the surface of the cakes. This brings a nutty flavor. The price for a cake is quite cheap, only about 10,000 VND. This has become a familiar souvenir for tourists to buy when they come here.
Ke rice cracker is often bought by many tourists as gifts (Image source: Collection)
Once you set foot in this place to enjoy the specialties of Bac Ninh, you will not only experience the sweet melodies of Quan Ho but also the famous culinary culture. The traditional delicious dishes, full of rustic charm, will leave you with unforgettable memories. To book a tour to Bac Ninh, contact Mytour via hotline Mytour today. We hope that the information we share will be helpful to you.
