Dew-dried rice paper – A famous specialty of Trang Bang
Rice paper exposed to dew is probably the most prominent specialty in Tay Ninh . The rice paper is thinly spread, dried in the sun and then dried in dew at night to retain its natural softness. When eaten, it can be wrapped with boiled meat, raw vegetables or dipped in fish sauce, all of which are delicious. In particular, the rice paper is carefully packaged, easy to carry far away, and can be preserved for 5-7 days if kept in a cool place.
- Suggested places to buy: Ut Trang, Tri Hai, Nam Dung.
- Reference price: 30,000 - 50,000 VND/pack.
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2. Tamarind rice paper, satay rice paper – Addictive snacks for young people
Tamarind rice paper is an attractive instant version, with the sweet and sour taste of tamarind, the spicy taste of satay and the fatty aroma of fried onions and peanuts. This is a "national" snack that is not only famous in Tay Ninh but also loved by students everywhere. The product is often packaged in convenient small bags, with a shelf life of 2-3 weeks, very easy to carry.
- Reputable places to buy: Ut Trang rice paper, Di Hanh, Tay Ninh Specialty supermarket.
- Reference price: 15,000 - 25,000 VND/package.
3. Tay Ninh shrimp salt – Rich, spicy, “delicious with anything”
Tay Ninh shrimp salt is famous throughout the country for its sweet, salty, slightly spicy taste, and the characteristic aroma of roasted dried shrimp and fresh chili. This is the perfect spice to dip fruit, add to mixed rice paper, or simply eat with hot rice, it is also delicious. Shrimp salt is now packaged in jars or vacuum bags, and can be preserved for 3-6 months.
- Recommended places to buy: Thanh Danh, Di Hanh, Long Hoa market.
- Reference price: 30,000 - 60,000 VND/box depending on type.
4. Tay Ninh Palm – Naturally sweet and cool, a meaningful gift from the countryside
Tay Ninh has many palmyra palm gardens, and products made from this fruit are also very diverse: palm sugar, palm jam, bottled palm juice... The sweet taste, not harsh, is very suitable as a gift for the elderly and people on a diet of chemical sugar.
- Buy at: Tourist attractions at the foot of Ba Den mountain, Tay Ninh specialties online.
- Reference price: 40,000 - 80,000 VND/box depending on product.
5. Tay Ninh sun-dried beef – A perfect gift
Tay Ninh beef is marinated and lightly sun-dried, keeping the meat sweet and chewy. When eating, just grill it on a charcoal stove or oven, dip it in yellow ant salt or lemon and garlic salt, it is extremely "beer-catching". This specialty is suitable for buying as a gift or taking on a picnic.
- Suggested address: Trang Bang One-Sun Beef specialty store.
- Reference price: 280,000 - 350,000 VND/500g.
6. Tay Ninh sour fish sauce - A side dish with a strong countryside flavor
Tay Ninh anchovy fish sauce or shrimp paste has a harmonious sweet and salty taste, often eaten with white rice, raw vegetables, or used as a dipping sauce for rolled dishes. The fish sauce has a strong smell but the taste is delicious and special, often addictive to those who are used to it.
- Buy at: Traditional markets in Tay Ninh, especially Long Hoa market.
- Price: 50,000 - 70,000 VND/jar.
7. Dried wild vegetables – A strange but useful specialty
Tay Ninh is famous for dozens of typical wild vegetables such as young coccus leaves, toad shoots, water spinach... Nowadays, establishments have dried wild vegetables as gifts, very convenient to bring back as ingredients for cooking soup, hot pot or pickling.
- Where to buy: Some specialty stores near Trang Bang tourist area.
- Reference price: 40,000 - 70,000 VND/pack.
8. Tay Ninh pink cake – Traditional sweet cake, few people know
Banh Hong is a soft and chewy cake made from glutinous rice, mung beans and sugar. The outside is covered with white flour, the inside has a fragrant and rich filling, suitable for drinking with tea or as a dessert. The cake is soft and easy to eat, but has a short shelf life (3-4 days), so buy it and eat it right away.
- Address: Traditional bakery near Hoa Thanh market.
- Price: 25,000 - 40,000 VND/box.
9. Salted roasted cashews – A healthy gift, easy to preserve
Although not unique to Tay Ninh, many areas in the province grow and process high-quality salted roasted cashews. The nuts are large, firm, and crispy when roasted without burning or being greasy. This is a suitable gift for the elderly and partners.
- Where to buy: Hoa Thanh Specialty Cooperative.
- Price: 150,000 - 200,000 VND/kg.
10. Tay Ninh rice cake – Compact, easy to carry, traditional sweet taste
Banh in is a type of cake made from sticky rice flour, green beans or white sesame, pressed into a round or square shape, with a moderate sweetness. It is usually eaten during Tet but is now available all year round. Eating it with tea is "the standard taste of home".
- Suggested place to buy: Ong Tam Cake Shop.
- Price: 25,000 - 35,000 VND/small box.
Some notes when buying Tay Ninh specialties as gifts
- Should buy at reputable establishments, with clear packaging and labels if bringing far away.
- Avoid buying rice paper/fish sauce at floating markets if traveling long distances or by plane because it can easily spill water/smell.
- Ask about the expiration date and storage instructions if you are not using it right away.
- You can buy Tay Ninh specialty combos online from major stores if you want convenient home delivery.
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