"Roll Call" 5 Must-Try Hai Phong Dishes You Won't Want to Miss

You're probably already familiar with this simple yet incredibly tempting snack, right? You can now find this spicy breadstick dish in Hanoi and many other regions, but only the spicy breadsticks from Hai Phong capture the true flavor and the best taste.

This dish consists of small breadsticks, about the size of two fingers, filled with a bit of pate, green onion oil, and a sweet and spicy sauce, then baked until crispy. A little extra chili sauce for dipping makes it a perfect treat for a leisurely afternoon stroll. If you ever visit Hai Phong, you absolutely have to try this delicious, affordable snack.

Bún tôm is a dish that showcases the delightful blend of natural sweetness from shrimp, combined with the rich flavors of slow-cooked bone broth and minced meat. A perfect bowl of bún tôm is composed of white rice noodles topped with peeled shrimp, minced meat, and garnished with tomatoes' vibrant red hue and green herbs. The result is a soul-soothing broth that wraps everything in a perfect harmony of flavors, making it an ideal breakfast to energize you for an exciting day of exploration in Hai Phong.

If you stroll through the streets of Hanoi, you'll notice some restaurants proudly displaying the sign 'Bánh đa cua Hải Phòng,' a clear indicator that this dish has truly become a signature of the coastal city. So, how can you possibly leave this delicacy off your list of must-try dishes from Hai Phong?

The key ingredient of this dish is the thin bánh đa noodles, which still maintain a satisfying chewiness—thin but not fragile, firm yet tender. The broth, an essential component, blends crab meat with a rich bone stock, resulting in a perfectly balanced and soothing flavor. The dish is topped with fragrant herbs, grilled minced pork wrapped in leaves, shrimp, and spring onions, all adding layers of taste.

It would be a huge oversight if you booked a flight to Hai Phong without trying the delicious snail dishes this city is famous for. As you wander through the streets, you'll encounter numerous stalls offering a variety of irresistible and aromatic snail dishes. Don't worry about the cost, as most of these places offer affordable prices. So, why not enjoy a delightful 'snail buffet' with your friends or family?

As a coastal city, Hai Phong is renowned as a seafood paradise, offering a wide range of delicious and diverse dishes: shrimp, crab, mud crabs, squid... you name it. If you have the time, you can even visit the local markets to hand-pick fresh seafood, take it home, and cook it together for a delightful feast.

In addition to the popular dishes mentioned above, Hai Phong's culinary scene boasts many other famous names, such as: bánh bèo, bánh đúc tàu, seafood crispy rice, Hạ Lũng rolled pork, An Thọ sour spring rolls, coconut cakes, stir-fried sea snails... Are you planning to visit Hai Phong this summer? If so, make sure to jot down these delicious dishes to try and enjoy!

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