Cốm Hà Nội (Hanoi green sticky rice) is a traditional Vietnamese dish that originated in Hanoi in the early 20th century. The dish is made from young, immature rice grains that are roasted and then pounded into a fine powder. Cốm Hà Nội is typically eaten as a snack or dessert and is often served with coconut milk, sugar, and bananas.
History
The exact origins of Cốm Hà Nội are unknown, but it is believed to have been created by farmers in Vong village, which is just outside of Hanoi. Vòng village has been known for its cốm for centuries, and the village’s farmers have developed a special technique for roasting and pounding the rice to produce Cốm Hà Nội.
Cốm quickly became popular in Hanoi and the surrounding areas. By the mid-20th century, the dish had spread to all parts of Vietnam and is now one of the most popular desserts in the country.
Main ingredient
The main ingredient in Cốm Hà Nội is young, immature rice grains. The rice grains are harvested when they are still green and have not yet fully ripened. The rice grains are then roasted over charcoal and pounded into a fine powder.
Types of Cốm
There are 3 types of Cốm that attract many tourists to enjoy, including
– Early-season cốm: soft, flexible, and thin seeds, suitable for vegetarian meals or eaten with banana peppers. This type of cốm is made from young sticky rice at the beginning of the season.
– Mid-season cốm: often used to make bánh cốm (green sticky rice cake).
– Late-season cốm: Seeds are quite thick and large, a bit hard to eat. This type of cốm is suitable for making xôi (sticky rice) with cốm.
Recommend some places to enjoy
- Cốm Mộc Lê Gia: Each step has its own recipes, requiring a lot of experience and patience to create beautiful, fragrant green nuggets.
Address: No. 2/59 Me Tri Street, Me Tri Ward, Nam Tu Liem District, Hanoi
- Cốm Việt – Vietnamese Green Rice: Cốm has a new, youthful, modern style, but the flavor is still rustic, fragrant, and sweet.
Address: No. 36/98 Me Tri Thuong Street, Nam Tu Liem District, Hanoi
If you are looking for a delicious and authentic Vietnamese dish, Cốm Hà Nội is a great option. It is a flavorful and satisfying dish that is sure to please everyone.
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