Fan-shaped rice crackers – A rustic, traditional snack from the countryside.

Hung Yen, a land not only famous for its ancient historical relics but also attracting tourists with its delicious specialties, cannot be overlooked: the fan-shaped rice cracker, a simple local delicacy from Hoang Hoa Tham commune.

Việt Nam•16/10/2025

Not only is it a simple, rustic treat, but it's also deeply connected to the childhood memories of countless generations. Using only simple ingredients like rice, sesame seeds, and peanuts, people skillfully create thin, perfectly round cakes. The rice used is a less sticky variety, washed thoroughly, then soaked in water for about two hours before being ground into a fine flour. Sugar or salt is then added to create a sweet or salty flavor.

To make a perfect rice paper pancake, the most important step is spreading the batter. Once the first layer is cooked but still wet, a second layer is spread, and sesame seeds, raw peanuts, and shredded coconut are sprinkled on top while the pancake is still hot. To create the beautiful orange color, the locals blend ripe gac fruit with the rice flour to add color and richness to the pancake.

The cakes are neatly arranged on bamboo racks, exposed to the golden sunlight for enough time for the surface to dry slightly but still remain pliable. The worker quickly removes the cakes to prevent them from sticking to the rack, then flips them over to continue drying until completely dry and crispy. Once completely dry, the cakes are stored in tightly sealed plastic bags in a dry place.

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To make delicious, puffy, golden-brown, fragrant rice crackers, the baker needs to be very skillful and meticulous. The crackers are baked over charcoal, flipping them with one hand and fanning the fire with the other to ensure even cooking, occasionally shaping them to make them perfectly round.

Amidst a plethora of modern delicacies, Hung Yen's fan- shaped rice crackers retain their traditional flavor. When enjoyed, the crackers are crispy, fragrant with rice, and have a rich, nutty taste from peanuts, sesame seeds, and coconut... All these elements blend together to create a rustic flavor, imbued with the spirit of the countryside, yet undeniably appealing.

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