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Dec 25, 2024 · 3 min read
Hue, Vietnam is a city famous for its rich cuisine with simple, rustic dishes that always captivate tourists. When mentioning Hue cuisine, we cannot help but mention specialties such as: banh beo, nam, loc, bun mam, bun bo, bun hen,... Not only that, Hue also has nem lui that has captured the hearts of many diners.
1. Introduction to Hue grilled spring rolls
Nem lui is a popular dish in many provinces, especially in the Central region. However, only when made according to the Hue recipe will this dish have the right taste and create a distinct difference.
The main ingredients to make nem lui are minced pork, thinly sliced skin and diced pork fat. Then, mix all these ingredients together and marinate with salt, pepper, sugar and rice powder. Then, roll the meat into long pieces, skewer it on lemongrass stalks and grill over charcoal until it is firm, shiny and golden brown.
Not only is nem lui made elaborately and with many steps, the dipping sauce is also made meticulously. The bean sauce, also known as the broth, is the soul of the dish.
The dipping sauce for nem lui is usually made from ground peanuts, then mixed with pork liver, minced pork and tamarind sauce. Cooked on the stove over low heat, along with other traditional spices.
2. How to eat nem lui Hue style
Nem lui Hue is usually eaten with rice paper, banana buds, herbs, raw vegetables, etc. The thin rice paper will be spread out, then the vegetables will be put in one by one and finally the nem lui. After that, roll the nem lui and dip it in the broth and enjoy.
You will immediately feel the toughness, crispiness, and aroma of nem lui mixed with lemongrass essential oil. Plus a little spicy chili, the fatty taste of the sauce and the freshness of green vegetables,... Everything seems to blend perfectly together, creating a sweet, wonderful flavor.
3. Where can I find authentic Hue grilled spring rolls?
Nem lui has become one of Hue's delicacies. So, if you come to travel and explore Hue, don't miss this specialty! Below are some of the best restaurants selling nem lui in Hue.
- Nem lui Ba Ty: Located at 81 Dao Duy Tu Street, Hue City. For the locals, this is a very familiar name. Nem lui here is very famous for its delicious spring rolls and rich broth.
- Old Lady's Grilled Spring Rolls: The restaurant is located at the intersection of Huynh Thuc Khang and Mai Thuc Loan streets. This is one of the oldest nem lui restaurants in Hue city. Nem here is usually only sold on the sidewalk so the price is very affordable. This restaurant has been around for a long time so many locals and tourists come to enjoy it.
- Tai Phu Restaurant: No. 02 Dien Bien Phu Street, Hue City. This restaurant specializes in Hue specialties. The grilled spring rolls here are very delicious, the spring rolls are yellow, very crispy, fragrant, and rich in every piece of meat. The peanut dipping sauce served with grilled spring rolls has a fragrant bean smell, both fatty and rich.
- Hue grilled spring rolls Phuong: No. 38 Ba Trieu Street, Hue City. This place is famous for both grilled spring rolls and vermicelli with fish sauce. You can enjoy both specialties when you come here. The restaurant space is clean and airy.
- Nem lui at Dong Ba market Hue: The market is famous for its local food court with countless delicious dishes. Coming here, you can both visit and shop, and stop by the food stalls to enjoy Hue specialties.
Hue has many specialties and delicious dishes, but perhaps Nem Lui is one of the most favorite dishes of domestic and foreign tourists. Although Nem Lui Hue is very simple and plain, it has a very unique flavor. Therefore, if you have the opportunity to visit Hue, do not forget to enjoy this delicious dish!
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