{"id":5502,"date":"2025-03-13T08:53:49","date_gmt":"2025-03-13T08:53:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/reviewvietnamtoday.com\/?p=5502"},"modified":"2025-03-13T08:53:50","modified_gmt":"2025-03-13T08:53:50","slug":"must-try-specialty-dishes-when-visiting-hue","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/reviewvietnamtoday.com\/index.php\/2025\/03\/13\/must-try-specialty-dishes-when-visiting-hue\/","title":{"rendered":"Must-Try Specialty Dishes When Visiting Hue"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"has-x-small-font-size\">Hue is not only famous for its historical landmarks and poetic scenery but also a culinary paradise with countless delicious dishes. Below are the must-try specialties when you visit the ancient capital.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Nuoc \u2013 A Unique Specialty of Hue<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-x-small-font-size\">Nuoc is a type of small, transparent jellyfish with a refreshing taste, often used to make salads or dipping sauces. It is a simple yet special dish for the people of Hue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Enjoy Nuoc<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-x-small-font-size\"><strong>Nuoc Salad:<\/strong> A mix of nuoc, fresh herbs, roasted peanuts, green mango, shrimp, or pork belly, all blended with a sweet and sour fish sauce, creating a refreshing and crunchy dish.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-x-small-font-size\"><strong>Nuoc with Fermented Anchovy Sauce:<\/strong> Lightly blanched nuoc is served with fresh vegetables and dipped in a rich fermented anchovy sauce, offering a unique flavor experience.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-x-small-font-size\">\ud83d\udccd <strong>Recommended places to try:<\/strong> Local eateries or Dong Ba Market, Hue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-x-small-font-size\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"907\" height=\"906\" src=\"https:\/\/reviewvietnamtoday.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/z1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5503\" style=\"width:1100px;height:auto\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"810\" height=\"1080\" src=\"https:\/\/reviewvietnamtoday.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/z2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5504\" style=\"width:1100px;height:auto\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"1440\" src=\"https:\/\/reviewvietnamtoday.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/z3.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5505\" style=\"width:1100px;height:auto\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"1440\" src=\"https:\/\/reviewvietnamtoday.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/z4.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5506\" style=\"width:1100px;height:auto\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-x-small-font-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Dong+Ba+Market\/@16.4726978,107.585767,17z\/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x3141a1d58fee6cef:0xe451747b74a5dfef!8m2!3d16.4726978!4d107.5883419!16s%2Fg%2F11np7plq34?entry=ttu&amp;g_ep=EgoyMDI1MDMwMi4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D\">https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Dong+Ba+Market\/@16.4726978,107.585767,17z\/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x3141a1d58fee6cef:0xe451747b74a5dfef!8m2!3d16.4726978!4d107.5883419!16s%2Fg%2F11np7plq34?entry=ttu&amp;g_ep=EgoyMDI1MDMwMi4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Banh Ep \u2013 An Addictive Street Snack<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-x-small-font-size\">Banh Ep is a famous street food in Hue with a crispy yet chewy crust and flavorful fillings, usually made from tapioca flour, eggs, pork, and scallions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Makes Banh Ep Special?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list has-x-small-font-size\">\n<li><strong>Unique Cooking Method:<\/strong> The cake is pressed onto a hot mold, creating a crispy outer layer while keeping the inside slightly chewy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Flavorful Dipping Sauce:<\/strong> It is typically served with a sweet and sour fish sauce, adding a perfect balance of flavors.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-x-small-font-size\">\ud83d\udccd <strong>Where to try:<\/strong> Banh Ep Gia Di, Banh Ep O Xi (Nhat Le Street), Banh Ep Nguyen Du.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-x-small-font-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Gia+Di+Vietnamese+Pressed+Cake\/@16.4627607,107.6010879,17z\/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x3141a11650072871:0xaf803097e1273fa1!8m2!3d16.4627607!4d107.6036628!16s%2Fg%2F11cmyt0b2w?entry=ttu&amp;g_ep=EgoyMDI1MDMwMi4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D\">https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Gia+Di+Vietnamese+Pressed+Cake\/@16.4627607,107.6010879,17z\/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x3141a11650072871:0xaf803097e1273fa1!8m2!3d16.4627607!4d107.6036628!16s%2Fg%2F11cmyt0b2w?entry=ttu&amp;g_ep=EgoyMDI1MDMwMi4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"720\" height=\"960\" src=\"https:\/\/reviewvietnamtoday.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/1e.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5507\" style=\"width:1100px;height:auto\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"720\" height=\"960\" src=\"https:\/\/reviewvietnamtoday.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/3e.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5508\" style=\"width:1100px;height:auto\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"720\" height=\"960\" src=\"https:\/\/reviewvietnamtoday.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/4e.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5509\" style=\"width:1100px;height:auto\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1536\" src=\"https:\/\/reviewvietnamtoday.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/6e.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5510\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Bun Bo Hue \u2013 The Soul of Hue Cuisine<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-x-small-font-size\">When talking about Hue specialties, Bun Bo Hue is a must-mention dish. This noodle soup is known for its rich, fragrant broth infused with lemongrass, paired with beef, pork knuckles, and crab cakes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Makes Bun Bo Hue Unique?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-x-small-font-size\"><strong>Flavorful Broth:<\/strong> Simmered from beef bones, lemongrass, and Hue\u2019s signature fermented shrimp paste, creating a sweet yet robust taste.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Thick and Chewy Noodles:<\/strong> Unlike the noodles in the North or South, Hue-style noodles are thicker, white, soft, yet still chewy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fresh Herbs on the Side:<\/strong> Served with bean sprouts, herbs, and thinly sliced banana blossoms to enhance the dish\u2019s flavors.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-x-small-font-size\">\ud83d\udccd <strong>Recommended places to try:<\/strong> Bun Bo Me Keo, Bun Bo O Cuong (Nguyen Du Street), Bun Bo Ba Gai.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-x-small-font-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/B%C3%BAn+b%C3%B2+m%E1%BB%87+K%C3%A9o\/@16.4750485,107.586125,17z\/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x3141a1ca41e5bf03:0x7f35035e0fe667af!8m2!3d16.4750485!4d107.5886999!16s%2Fg%2F11t0p8_2w7?entry=ttu&amp;g_ep=EgoyMDI1MDMwMi4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D\">https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/B%C3%BAn+b%C3%B2+m%E1%BB%87+K%C3%A9o\/@16.4750485,107.586125,17z\/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x3141a1ca41e5bf03:0x7f35035e0fe667af!8m2!3d16.4750485!4d107.5886999!16s%2Fg%2F11t0p8_2w7?entry=ttu&amp;g_ep=EgoyMDI1MDMwMi4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2032\" height=\"2048\" src=\"https:\/\/reviewvietnamtoday.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/2c.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5511\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1152\" height=\"2048\" src=\"https:\/\/reviewvietnamtoday.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/4c.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5512\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"1280\" src=\"https:\/\/reviewvietnamtoday.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/5c.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5513\" style=\"width:1100px;height:auto\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Com Hen \u2013 A Simple Yet Flavorful Dish<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-x-small-font-size\">Com Hen is a humble dish but represents Hue cuisine well, with its bold, spicy flavors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Key Ingredients in Com Hen<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list has-x-small-font-size\">\n<li class=\"has-x-small-font-size\"><strong>Cold Rice Mixed with Stir-Fried Clams:<\/strong> The clams are stir-fried with fermented shrimp paste and fried shallots, adding an aromatic taste.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Various Toppings:<\/strong> Roasted peanuts, crispy pork rinds, banana blossoms, herbs, and clam broth make the dish more flavorful.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sweet and Savory Clam Broth:<\/strong> Served alongside a bowl of hot clam broth to enhance the taste.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udccd <strong>Where to try:<\/strong> Com Hen Hoa Dong, Com Hen Dap Da, Com Hen Ba Cam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-x-small-font-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/C%C6%A1m+h%E1%BA%BFn+Hoa+%C4%90%C3%B4ng\/@16.4792689,107.5910414,17z\/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x3141a120eec0e6c3:0x5e3ba950477012ba!8m2!3d16.4792689!4d107.5936163!16s%2Fg%2F11bws53nys?entry=ttu&amp;g_ep=EgoyMDI1MDMwMi4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D\">https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/C%C6%A1m+h%E1%BA%BFn+Hoa+%C4%90%C3%B4ng\/@16.4792689,107.5910414,17z\/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x3141a120eec0e6c3:0x5e3ba950477012ba!8m2!3d16.4792689!4d107.5936163!16s%2Fg%2F11bws53nys?entry=ttu&amp;g_ep=EgoyMDI1MDMwMi4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1684\" height=\"2048\" src=\"https:\/\/reviewvietnamtoday.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/1v.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5514\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1440\" height=\"1440\" src=\"https:\/\/reviewvietnamtoday.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/2v.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5515\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1536\" height=\"2048\" src=\"https:\/\/reviewvietnamtoday.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/3v.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5516\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1619\" height=\"2048\" src=\"https:\/\/reviewvietnamtoday.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/5v.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5517\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-x-small-font-size\">Hue\u2019s cuisine is a harmonious blend of flavors and unique cooking techniques, resulting in irresistibly delicious dishes. If you have the chance to visit this ancient capital, don\u2019t miss out on these specialties to fully experience the essence of Hue\u2019s culinary heritage!<br><br><br><br><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Hue is not only famous for its historical landmarks and poetic scenery but also a culinary paradise with countless delicious dishes. Below are the must-try specialties when you visit the ancient capital. 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