1. Crispy rice with shredded pork
Ninh Binh Crispy Rice - Famous specialty with traditional recipe (Photo source: Collected)
Trang An Ninh Binh specialties are not only famous for its beautiful landscapes but also attract tourists with dishes imbued with the flavor of the ancient capital. Among them, burnt rice with dried shrimp is one of the typical dishes that tourists cannot miss. This dish is made from a layer of golden, crispy burnt rice, combined with fragrant dried shrimp to create an attractive flavor. Coming to Trang An or famous tourist destinations such as Bai Dinh, Tam Coc, tourists can easily find and buy this specialty to enjoy or as a meaningful gift.
2. Mountain goat meat
Ninh Binh mountain goat meat: A must-try Northern culinary masterpiece (Photo source: Collected)
Thanks to being naturally grazed on limestone mountains, Ninh Binh goat meat is firm, delicious and nutritious. Local people have created many unique ways to prepare it such as steamed goat, grilled goat, goat spring rolls, but the most special is raw goat with lemon or goat with ginger sauce - a dish that is not only rich in flavor but also said to bring many health benefits. If you have the opportunity to visit Ninh Binh, do not forget to enjoy this specialty to fully experience the culinary quintessence of the ancient capital.
3. Eel salad
Ninh Binh eel salad: A specialty not to be missed when visiting the ancient capital (Photo source: Collected)
Eel salad is always on the list of delicious and famous dishes of Ninh Binh. To prepare this dish, people have to go through many meticulous steps to remove the fishy smell, helping each piece of fish retain its natural sweetness combined with the aroma of sticky rice powder. The special highlight of the dish is the elaborate dipping sauce, harmoniously combining the spicy taste of chili, lemongrass and pepper, creating an unforgettable rich flavor for those who have enjoyed it.
4. Nho Quan rice wine
Nho Quan Can Wine - The unforgettable spicy flavor of the ancient capital (Photo source: Collected)
A specialty of the Muong ethnic group in the Nho Quan region, it is cooked very carefully and meticulously. This is a traditional wine distilled from yellow sticky rice, combined with naturally fermented Chinese medicinal yeast. The wine aging process lasts at least 6 months in a ceramic jar, making the wine flavor rich, spicy but still has a sweet aftertaste. When enjoying it, visitors will feel the culinary quintessence of Ninh Binh. This wine is often packaged in ceramic jars or glass bottles, suitable as a gift for relatives and friends after each trip.
5. Braised fish in coconut shell
Braised fish in a coconut shell – A special dish with a unique and unforgettable flavor of Ninh Binh (Photo source: Collected)
Braised fish with “gao” is a unique dish with a strong regional character in Ninh Binh. “gao” is a type of tree that grows naturally along rivers, streams or in caves. It is not only used as medicine but also contributes to the unique flavor of the dish. When preparing, people slice the “gao” fruit, arrange it at the bottom of the pot, then place the fish on top, then continue to cover it with another layer of “gao” to create a fragrant aroma and create a slightly sour or slightly astringent taste depending on the ripeness of the fruit. This unique combination brings a braised fish dish with eye-catching colors and a unique flavor, making it difficult for diners to forget when visiting Ninh Binh.
6. Eel vermicelli
Slurp a bowl of Ninh Binh eel vermicelli - A famous, delicious, rich specialty (Photo source: Collected)
Eel vermicelli is also a dish that we cannot miss when exploring Ninh Binh cuisine. The main ingredient is eel, a small eel but with firm, delicious meat, with a pink-brown back and a golden belly. When processed, the eel is fried until crispy or stir-fried until soft, combined with chewy vermicelli, sweet broth and a bit of thinly sliced banana flower, creating an attractive blend of rich and mild flavors, making it unforgettable for anyone who has tried it once.
7. Stir-fried field crab with betel leaves
Coming to Ninh Binh, enjoy delicious stir-fried field crab with betel leaves (Photo source: Collected)
Stir-fried field crab with betel leaves is one of the dishes that carries the special flavor of Trang An Ninh Binh. Although this dish is simple to prepare, it attracts diners by the crunchiness of field crab combined with the characteristic aroma of betel leaves. Not only does it remind of the rusticity of country cuisine, this dish also shows the sophistication in the preparation, creating an unforgettable flavor for anyone who has ever enjoyed it.
8. Ninh Binh floating cake
Banh troi tau (Image source: Collected)
This is a familiar snack for Vietnamese people every Han Thuc festival. Banh Troi here has a unique feature thanks to the delicate combination of soft and chewy crust and delicious filling, made from molasses, crushed roasted peanuts and mixed green plums, creating a harmonious sweet and fatty taste. In particular, the cake is also marinated with the gentle aroma of chrysanthemum leaves and grapefruit flowers, making each piece of cake not only delicious but also rich in traditional flavor, bringing an unforgettable culinary experience to visitors.
Trang An Ninh Binh specialties are not only attractive because of their unique flavors but also an important part of the cultural identity of the ancient capital. Whether they are rustic dishes or sophisticated specialties, they all contribute to creating a unique attraction for Ninh Binh tourism. If you have the opportunity to visit here, do not forget to enjoy and bring back the typical flavors as gifts, to make your trip more complete and memorable.
Source: https://www.vietravel.com/vn/am-thuc-kham-pha/mon-ngon-dac-san-trang-an-ninh-binh-v16798.aspx
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