I. Introduce Hue cuisine
Nestled in the heart of central Vietnam, Hue was once the old imperial capital of the Nguyen Dynasty. This rich history has left an indelible mark on the city’s culinary landscape, creating a tantalizing blend of flavors and traditions. From the elegant royal dishes to the vibrant street food, Hue cuisine is a symphony of taste that will transport you to a bygone era of imperial splendor.
II. Hue cuisine
1. Bún bò Huế
Hue beef noodle soup here is famous for its rich, mildly spicy flavor typical of Central people. A full bowl of Hue beef noodle soup usually has beef, blood, pork sausage, beef patties and crab patties, especially the vermicelli noodles must be big and thick. Enjoying a rich, spicy bowl of fresh rice vermicelli in the cold weather in Hue can fully feel the special deliciousness of this dish.
Recommend some brands to enjoy:
– Quán Mệ Kéo: No. 20 Bach Dang Street, Hue City
– Quán bún hẻm: No. 29/1 Hung Vuong Street, Hue City
To enjoy amazing Bún bò Huế dish, you need to have a Vietnam visa. Follow this article to discover the application process: How to apply for Vietnam Tourist Visa.
2. Cơm hến (Hen Rice)
Hen rice is made from white rice then added baby basket clam, pork rinds, shrimp paste and some spices, served with raw vegetables, banana ears, bean sprouts and chopped white taro.
Hen rice is a specialty dish with a unique flavor of Hue. Only enjoying it here will you clearly feel the special delicious flavor of the dish.
Recommend some brands to enjoy:
– Quán nhỏ: No. 9 Ngo Quyen Street, Hue City
– Cơm hến Lành: No. 38 Ngo Gia Tu, Hue City
– Cơm hến Hàn Mặc Tử: No. 1 Han Mac Tu, Hue City
3. Bánh nậm
This cake is wrapped in dong leaves and added with a little minced shrimp and meat that has been prepared richly and deliciously. This dish can be served with sweet and sour dipping sauce with a little green chili. This is a rustic dish familiar to Hue people with a rustic and simple flavor.
Recommend some brands to enjoy:
– Bánh nậm bà Toàn: No. 09 Ung Binh Street, Hue City
– Bánh nậm bà Huê: No. 109 Nguyen Huan Street, Hue City
To enjoy amazing Bánh nậm dish, you need to have a Vietnam visa. Follow this article to discover the application process: How to apply for Vietnam Tourist Visa.
4. Bánh bèo
Hue banh beo is a popular dish and originates from Hue. The dough of banh beo is quite soft and smooth, placed in a small bowl, sprinkled with fried onions, shredded dried shrimp and meat, pork rinds and served with sweet & sour fish sauce.
Recommend some brands to enjoy:
– Bánh bèo Huế xưa: No. 1 Nguyen Binh Khiem Street, Hue City
– Bánh bèo bà Cư: No. 107 Nguyen Hue Street, Hue City
3. Bánh bột lọc
Banh loc cake is divided into two types: wrapped in banana leaves or uncovered.
The crust is made from soft rice flour, the filling is meat, minced shrimp and served with sweet and sour fish sauce.
Recommend some brands to enjoy:
– Bánh O Giàu: No. 109 Le Huan Street, Hue City
– Bánh bà Cư: No. 23/177 Phan Dinh Phung Street, Hue City
To enjoy amazing Bánh bột lọc dish, you need to have a Vietnam visa. Follow this article to discover the application process: How to apply for Vietnam Tourist Visa.
Apply for Vietnam visa
Apply for a Vietnam visa to enjoy Hue cuisine here. Currently, there are 3 common ways to apply for a Vietnam visa. Check this list to see if your nationality is eligible for a Vietnam visa: https://vietnam-amazing.com/vietnam-visa/vietnam-visa-exemption-list-2024/
– Through Vietnam Embassy/ Consulate.
– Through Vietnam eVisa.
– Through Vietnam visa on arrival (VOA).
To find out more details about how to apply for Vietnam tourist visa, please follow this article: How to Apply for Vietnam Tourist Visa