Five must-try specialities in Hoi An
(QNO) - Hoi An attracts millions of travellers each year thanks to its cuisine besides its charming scenery and vibrant-colour lanterns.
Chiken rice
Chicken rice is a signature dish in Hoi An, made from free-range chicken and fragrant rice cooked in chicken broth with pandan leaves.
Mót tea
It is made from ingredients like monk fruit, liquorice, honeysuckle, green tea leaves, chrysanthemum, dried lotus leaves, lemongrass, honey, and sugar.
Mỳ Quảng
Mỳ Quảng (Quang noodles), made from rice flour, is served with a rich, flavourful broth cooked from pork and bones, often thickened and enhanced with tomato sauce. The dish now comes in various versions, including shrimp, pork, chicken, frog, beef, and crab, each offering its own unique flavour.
Cao Lầu
Cao Lầu, a dish that emerged in the 17th century. Cao Lau can be enjoyed with crispy rice papers and mixed with a special sauce.
Bánh Mỳ Phượng
Bánh Mỳ Phượng (Phuong's bread) gained global fame in 2009 after chef Anthony Bourdain described it as a "symphony of bread" on his show, No Reservations.
(Source: Saostar)