Discover the famous fermented pork sausage alley in Hanoi's Old Quarter.

Crispy fried fermented pork sausage (nem chua rán) - a "national" snack enjoyed by many young people. Photo: Minh Vũ

Tam Thuong Alley is only about 10 meters long, but it has long been a familiar snack spot in the bustling Hang Bong street area. In this small alley, there are 6-7 stalls selling fried fermented pork rolls (nem chua rán), always crowded with customers. Rows of closely spaced plastic chairs serve both as seating and as trays for food, creating a very distinctive atmosphere of Hanoi's Old Quarter cuisine .

The fermented pork sausage (nem chua) here is usually pre-prepared and fried, then re-fried when a customer orders, resulting in a golden, crispy, and appealing crust. The sausage is either sliced diagonally into small pieces or left whole for a visually appealing presentation on green banana leaves. To reduce the greasy feeling, diners can enjoy it with various vegetables and a dipping sauce of chili salt.

The beautifully presented dishes make the platter of fermented pork rolls even more appealing. Photo: Trung Ninh

The spring rolls, golden on the outside and soft, chewy pink on the inside, combined with the sweet and spicy flavor of chili sauce, create an irresistible taste that many people remember long after their first bite.

The spring rolls at this restaurant are a popular choice among diners thanks to their diverse and easy-to-eat flavors. The highlight is the fried fermented pork spring rolls, priced at 60,000 VND for 10 pieces. They boast an attractive golden crispy crust while maintaining a soft and chewy interior, and are served with a sweet and spicy chili sauce that is very appetizing.

The freshly fried spring rolls are always a hit with diners. Photo: Minh Vu

Besides that, the grilled spring rolls, priced at 80,000 VND/10 pieces, also impress with their rich aroma and appealing crispy edges. The restaurant also serves crispy fried spring rolls for 70,000 VND/10 pieces, with a crunchy outer layer, and cheese spring rolls for 90,000 VND/10 pieces, combining the slightly sour taste of the spring rolls with the rich, melted cheese inside.

The fried potatoes at the restaurant are also a popular choice among young people to eat with spring rolls, all priced at 50,000 VND. The garlic butter fries stand out with their crispy golden potato coating and fragrant, rich garlic butter. Meanwhile, the seasoned fries are topped with cheese powder or savory spices, creating a perfect snack. Additionally, the sweet potato fries offer a natural sweetness, a light crispiness on the outside, and a soft, creamy interior, providing diners with an alternative to other fried dishes.

Crispy golden fried potatoes are a popular side dish among young people when enjoying fried fermented pork rolls (nem chua rán). Photo: Trung Ninh

With its diverse menu and characteristic sidewalk seating atmosphere, the fried fermented pork sausage stall in Tam Thuong alley has become a familiar meeting place for many young people in Hanoi .

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