Famous dishes of Taiwanese cuisine that everyone loves

Taiwan is not only attractive for its majestic and poetic nature but also a paradise of delicious food. Vietjet would like to suggest 9 famous dishes of Taiwanese cuisine that you must try when coming here.

1. Overview of Taiwanese culinary culture

Many people think that Taiwanese cuisine will have a strong Chinese or Hong Kong flavor. In fact, Taiwanese cuisine does not use as much oil as Chinese cuisine and is not seasoned as strongly as Hong Kong cuisine. Instead, you will feel a very fresh, delicate flavor similar to Japanese cuisine, along with a modern European-style presentation. Therefore, it can be said that Taiwanese dishes are a fusion of many cuisines in the world . And it is this fusion that has created a very unique and distinctive Taiwanese culinary culture, making diners fascinated forever. Taiwanese cuisine from high-end restaurants to street food stalls drives diners crazy.

2. Discover 9 famous dishes of Taiwanese cuisine

If you have the opportunity to travel to Taiwan, don't miss the opportunity to enjoy the 9 quintessential dishes of Taiwanese cuisine below.

2.1 “Melting” with tender beef in Yongkang beef noodles

Taiwan is known as the homeland of beef noodles. Therefore, one of the Taiwanese delicacies that many people recommend finding and enjoying is Yongkang beef noodles. This famous dish has fresh noodles, large, soft beef and a well-seasoned broth that brings absolute stimulation to the senses when enjoying.

2.2 Experience sweet, crispy, chewy grilled squid at Taiwan night market

When it comes to traveling to Taiwan, we cannot ignore the night market culture. And when it comes to night markets, you will immediately remember the delicious taste of charcoal grilled squid sold on the streets. Almost all Taiwanese night markets serve this dish, especially the night markets near the port. Charcoal grilled squid is not only loved by locals but also by tourists. The squid has a sweet, crispy taste after being grilled on charcoal, dipped in soy sauce or sweet and sour sauce when enjoying. Charcoal grilled squid is a popular dish and always attracts customers at night markets in Taiwan.

2.3 "Eye candy" with square sliced ​​beef, grilled over a red-hot stove

In addition to beef noodles, grilled beef is also a popular street food in Taiwan. You can enjoy this dish at night markets without having to go to fancy restaurants. The beef is cut into square slices, marinated with spices and grilled directly on the hot fire. You will surely "drool" while sitting and waiting for the food. When traveling to Taiwan in winter, you absolutely should not miss this attractive beef dish.

2.4 Stinky tofu with a special aroma, the more you eat, the more addicted you become

When talking about Taiwanese or Chinese culinary culture, many people will immediately think of stinky tofu. This dish has a distinctive flavor, with a soft, chewy outer layer and a smooth, fatty inner layer, served with spicy cabbage and many different sauces. In particular, fermented tofu is rich in protein and is very good for health. Although there is still much controversy, it cannot be denied that stinky tofu is a dish that becomes more and more addictive the more you eat it.

2.5. “Shiver” with Taiwanese coffin bread

Taiwanese coffin bread arouses curiosity in many people right from its name. This dish sounds “creepy” but has an impressively delicious flavor. The square or rectangular bread is hollowed out and filled with attractive fillings such as shrimp, squid, oysters, meat, vegetables, etc. after being baked until crispy.

2.6 Lingering delicious taste of iron eggs

Iron eggs or century eggs are a famous Taiwanese dish sold in every neighborhood. Iron eggs are made from chicken eggs, duck eggs, pigeon eggs or quail eggs, stewed with soy sauce, soy sauce and some special spices. Therefore, it creates a beautiful color and a unique flavor when enjoyed. Iron eggs are usually made from chicken, pigeon or quail eggs.

2.7 Sweet with fresh, creamy mango ice cream

Mango snow ice is a Taiwanese snack that many foreign tourists miss after enjoying it. Mango snow ice combines fresh ripe mango, soft shaved ice and a little condensed milk, extremely delicious. This dish is especially addictive on hot summer days with its sweet, soft, fragrant and irresistibly cool taste. What to eat in Taiwan in the summer? Mango ice cream!

2.8 Enjoy pineapple cake - a famous Taiwanese snack

Pineapple cake is also a sweet dish with a unique flavor of Taiwanese cuisine. The cake is impressive with a spongy crust with a rich buttery aroma, the filling inside is a combination of the mildly sour pineapple flavor and the sweet and cool squash flavor. This dish is also bought by many people as a gift for relatives when traveling to Taiwan.

2.9 Pearl milk tea - a characteristic of Taiwanese culinary culture

Closing the list of 9 famous Taiwanese delicacies is the famous pearl milk tea. Surely you cannot miss enjoying this "global" drink right at home, right? Taiwanese milk tea has a fragrant tea aroma, a rich milk flavor, chewy and delicious pearls, and the overall flavor is not too sweet. When it comes to Taiwanese cuisine, we cannot ignore the extremely famous milk tea.

3. Where to enjoy Taiwanese cuisine?

You can enjoy Taiwanese cuisine at the following famous food courts:

3.1 Zhongzheng Food Court

Zhongzheng is a famous culinary area in Taiwan. Zhongzhen Food Court is located on a large area in Taipei City, including a series of popular eateries to luxury restaurants. Some delicious dishes that you should not miss when coming here are: Jingfeng Braised Pork Rice, Fuhang Soy Milk, ice cream dishes...

3.2 Ximending and Wanhua Food Court

Coming to Ximending and Wanhua food court at 108 Hanzhong St, Ximending, Wanhua District, Taipei City, you can "sweep" a series of delicious dishes such as Yonghe Soy Milk, AY-Chung Chewy Noodles, Hot-Star Giant Crispy Fried Chicken, 50 Lan Milk Tea...

3.3 Shida Da'an Food Court

Shida Da'an Food Court, located in National Taiwan University, is a popular dining spot for students and tourists. This food court is famous for its beef noodles, steamed buns, and many other dishes from Japan, Vietnam, and many other countries.

3.4 Zhongshan & Datong Area

Zhongshan & Datong is a famous food complex in Taiwan. This dining spot is famous for its raw salmon sushi, Kobe beef and restaurants specializing in French, Guizhou, Taiwanese food…

3.5 Ningxia Night Market

Ningxia Night Market has a myriad of restaurants and cafes with countless unique delicacies. That is why this place is always known as Taiwan's culinary paradise. You must definitely visit here to "sweep" all the delicacies of Ningxia Market. Coming to Ningxia Night Market, you can not only enjoy delicious food but also enjoy the bustling and joyful atmosphere here. What are you waiting for? Pack your bags and fly right away to "eat up" delicious dishes and discover Taiwanese cuisine with your own eyes. Vietjet Air is offering many flights to Taiwan with "super cute" attractive prices, making your dream of conquering Taiwan within reach. What are you waiting for? Visit www.vietjetair.com to book a flight to Taiwan right away. Source: https://www.vietjetair.com/vi/news/cam-nang-du-lich-1640944806320/cac-mon-an-noi-tieng-cua-am-thuc-dai-loan-khien-ai-cung-me-1675508152159