Mrs Hong’s “nem tai” stand – Food – Travel

Mrs Hong’s “nem tai” stand – Food – Travel

Hanoi Times – When it comes to “nem tai” in Hanoi, gourmets often think of Mrs Hong’s “nem tai” stand at

37 Hang Thung street

, which has become a familiar address for not o­nly Hanoians but also visitors from everywhere. “Nem tai” is often regarded as a nosh.

“Nem tai” originated from the name of “nem” as the way of eating it is similar to “nem cuon” (rolled nem), which is served with “nem tai” and fresh vegetables. People can avoid the greasiness by adding such vegetables as fig leaf, dinh lang, apricot leaf and marjoram that have natural acrid and pungent flavors.

Close your eyes and imagine. Green fig leaf, acrid marjoram, apricot leaf, dinh lang and perilla are carefully rolled as small as a thumb, which is then served with grilled rice powder and crunchy pig’s ears. How great this kind of “nem” is! “Nem tai” together with its special fragrance still holds its reputation as o­ne of Hanoi’s specialties.

The secret lying behind “nem tai” is the pig’s ears mixed with grilled rice powder. It’s so simple but whether it is tasty or not depends o­n each person’s talent. There are many stands selling

“nem tai”; however, Mrs Hong’s “nem tai” stand at

37 Hang Thung Street

sells the most delicious o­ne. “Nem tai” here is moderately thin, crunchy and fragrant grilled rice powder.

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