Seven distinctive dishes from Vietnam’s mountains - P.2
Vietnams northwestern region not only offers visitors a chance to experience ethnic culture and idyllic landscapes but also their unique foods.
Seven distinctive dishes from Vietnam’s mountains - P.1
Seven distinctive dishes from Vietnam’s mountains - P.2
Seven distinctive dishes from Vietnam’s mountains - P.3
Thang co
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Another well-known specialty of the H’Mong ethnic minority group in Sa Pa, thang co is not easy to eat for most visitors. In the H’mong language, thang co means a "big pot of water". It is traditionally made from the meat and offal of horses or buffaloes. It is a favorite option on chilly days in the mountains. A portion costs around VND30,000 ($1.3). |
Smoked pork
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One cannot say they have explored northwestern Vietnam fully if they have not tried the "pork hung up in kitchen", otherwise known as smoked pork. You can also find the dish in Cao Bang Province, in the northeastern region. The main ingredients are intestines stuffed with minced lean pork collar and many spices. The cook either grills it on coal or stir-fries it. The result is an aromatic string of sausages that can be eaten all year round. |
