Manh Nhan horse rolls - Unique traditional spring rolls in Bac Giang

(Dan Tri) - Manh Nhan horse sausage is a traditional dish, familiar to the people of Truong Son commune, Luc Nam district, Bac Giang province (now Truong Son commune, Bac Ninh province).

The representative of the Nem Ngua Manh Nhan brand said that this specialty dish is not only a family recipe but also originates from the story of Mr. La Van Thuy - a veteran.

During the months of resistance marching in poverty, Mr. Thuy often prepared rice balls wrapped in banana leaves and dong leaves to bring along. In addition to the military rations, he also took advantage of the opportunity to increase his production by digging for roots, catching fish, picking wild bamboo shoots or finding wild vegetables to improve his meals. It was thanks to his trips to the forest that he accumulated a rich knowledge of herbs and natural spices.

After returning home from military service, with that experience, Mr. Thuy prepared many delicious dishes for his family. However, the most outstanding dish was nem ngua - a unique creation with its own secret recipe, conquering the taste of many people and being widely accepted. "Back then, everyone who ate it praised the unique taste, the taste was both rich and light, with a very characteristic aroma of natural spices", one of Mr. Thuy's daughters recounted.

From his wartime experiences, Mr. Thuy has taken advantage of them to develop his livelihood in peacetime. People often affectionately call his horse rolls “warrior horse rolls” because they are made by soldiers.

Manh Nhan horse rolls - a familiar dish of many families in Truong Son commune (Photo: Manh Nhan horse rolls).

Currently, the recipe for Nem Ngua has been passed down by Mr. Thuy to his 5 daughters. Continuing their father's passion and quintessence, they have relied on this secret to develop and bring the product to the market under the brand Nem Ngua Manh Nhan.

The flavor of Nem Ngua Manh Nhan suits the taste of many diners because the product has a rich, not greasy sweet taste of horse meat combined with the crunchy texture of thinly sliced horse skin, creating an interesting texture, stimulating the taste buds. In addition, the warm, slightly spicy aroma of crushed fresh galangal mixed with the taste of pre-processed garlic..., not only enhances the aroma but also brings a unique, elegant aftertaste.

To ensure that each horse roll delivered to customers retains its traditional flavor and ensures quality and safety, Manh Nhan Horse Roll facility adheres to a strict and meticulous production process.

Ms. La Thi Nhan, the business owner, said: “We always prioritize using fresh ingredients, especially horse meat, carefully selected from reputable suppliers. Natural spices and secret herbs are also carefully prepared according to a family recipe, ensuring accuracy in each batch of spring rolls.”

Accordingly, the process of making nem begins with the preparation of clean ingredients, then the horse meat and spices are ground and mixed according to the golden ratio passed down by Mr. La Van Thuy. "The process of mixing spices and fermenting nem is the most important step, determining the unique flavor of the product," Ms. Nhan explained.

The business also continuously invests in modern production equipment and machinery. Nem Ngua Manh Nhan is implementing the HACCP food safety management system - an international standard that helps strictly control food safety hazards. This ensures that each product not only kills bacteria to the maximum but also retains its original flavor. In addition, the production facility has full legal documents for business and product quality. Currently, departments and authorities are creating conditions for businesses to develop, creating jobs for local people.

Manh Nhan horse sausage serves customers in many ways, from direct sales at the facility to widespread distribution through agents and online sales channels. The business's production activities always take place regularly, ensuring a sufficient supply of fresh and delicious sausages every day according to market demand.

Nem Ngua shop is clean, ensuring food hygiene and safety (Photo: Nem Ngua Manh Nhan).

After nearly three decades, Manh Nhan horse sausage is not only a traditional dish but also becomes a memorable flavor of many generations.

Ms. Thanh Tuyen, a regular customer of Manh Nhan horse spring rolls, shared: "My family, from my parents and grandparents, have been used to eating spring rolls here. Now I am also a regular customer here. The spring rolls here are delicious, easy to eat, the meat is very fresh, and the price is reasonable. I work far away, every time I go back to my hometown, I have to buy a few dozen as gifts for my colleagues."

Coming to Mai Suu land, diners can enjoy and feel the Nem Ngua Manh Nhan, not only a culinary specialty but also a story of inheritance and development from traditional values. Amidst the hustle and bustle of modern life, Nem Ngua Manh Nhan still retains its traditional flavor, connecting emotions for those who live far away from home and attracting tourists to explore a unique culinary culture of the highlands.

Source: https://dantri.com.vn/du-lich/nem-ngua-manh-nhan-mon-nem-gia-truyen-doc-dao-tai-bac-giang-20250728090048702.htm