Ninh Binh is not only renowned for its breathtaking natural beauty, but also for its delicious local specialties that never fail to impress travelers. While there are many unique and mouthwatering dishes, three particular ones stand out that, no matter what, should not be missed when you visit Ninh Binh.
Ninh Binh Mountain Goat

Ninh Binh's Mountain Goat Meat is Exceptionally Flavorful
Ninh Binh's goat meat is renowned for being firm, sweet, and rich in flavor, standing out as some of the best you can find. It's no surprise that this dish is a true specialty of the region. Visitors to Ninh Binh can expect to be recommended this local delicacy at nearly every restaurant. Don’t skip the chance to try it, even if you've never had goat meat before, because if you haven't tasted Ninh Binh's goat meat, you haven't truly experienced Ninh Binh. The meat is prepared in a variety of delicious ways, such as goat spring rolls, steamed goat, grilled goat, but the most famous dish remains goat with ginger sauce.
Ninh Binh’s Crispy Rice

Ninh Binh's Crispy Rice is uniquely paired with a goat meat-based sauce
You’re probably already familiar with crispy rice, a popular snack found all over Vietnam. While you can find packaged crispy rice with shredded pork everywhere for tourists, Ninh Binh's crispy rice is far more unique. Here, the crispy rice may appear simple and humble, but it’s made with great care and finesse. The rice used for making this dish must be of high quality, cooked just right to achieve the perfect crispy texture.
An interesting detail about Ninh Binh’s crispy rice is that the large crispy rice layer at the bottom of the pot is dried in the sun before being deep-fried, resulting in the final crispy product.
What's special is that when you enter any restaurant in Ninh Binh, the crispy rice here is served with a truly unique sauce – a sauce made from mountain goat meat. Quite impressive, isn't it?
Ninh Binh's sizzling pancakes

Ninh Binh’s sizzling pancakes are different because they include grilled spring rolls
Bánh xèo, a beloved dish for any Vietnamese traveler, can be found everywhere. In fact, you might even try making it at home! However, before you do, take a moment to understand the special twist of Ninh Bình’s bánh xèo. What sets it apart is the addition of hot, grilled nem lụi. To enjoy it, wrap some bánh xèo, fresh herbs, and nem lụi in rice paper, dip it in a flavorful sauce, and experience the perfect fusion of tastes. We guarantee that after trying Ninh Bình’s bánh xèo, it will leave a unique and unforgettable impression compared to bánh xèo from other regions.
In addition to the three dishes mentioned above, Ninh Bình offers a long list of memorable local specialties such as xôi trứng kiến, bún mọc, cá kho gáo, and miến lươn. Nevertheless, the three dishes highlighted earlier can be considered the essence of the region’s cuisine. No matter how rushed your visit might be, once you’re in Ninh Bình, be sure to savor these delicious dishes.
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T. Tu, November 16, 2022, 3:45 PM