Welcome to Tuan Motorbikes Rental, where we will take you on a journey to explore the beautiful landscapes and exquisite flavors of Hue cuisine. Are you ready to savor unique flavors and immerse yourself in the historical beauty of one of Vietnam's most admirable culinary traditions?

     The common characteristic of Hue cuisine is its refinement in preparation, presentation, and the harmonious combination of ingredients, using local produce to create distinct and delightful flavors for each dish. Join us, select a motorbike that suits your preferences, and embark on a special journey through the ancient capital of Hue. While in Hue, you can freely explore the following dishes:

1. Hue Beef Noodle Soup

  Hue Beef Noodle Soup(Bun Bo Hue)

   Hue Beef Noodle Soup (Bun Bo Hue) is a famous and traditional dish that represents the unique culinary heritage of Hue. This dish has been preserved from ancient times to the present day, and although there have been some modifications in its preparation, the traditional flavor of Hue Beef Noodle Soup has been retained. Hue Beef Noodle Soup has become a distinctive feature of Hue, and when you mention "Beef Noodle," people immediately think of Hue Beef Noodle Soup (Vietname name is "Bun bo Hue"). The chewy and fragrant noodles are mixed with rich and flavorful beef broth, prepared with a special recipe, which imparts the unique taste of various spices. Hue Beef Noodle Soup is often served with beef, pork hock, sausage, and fresh herbs, creating a unique and enticing flavor. This dish is a perfect choice for those who want to savor the rich and distinctive taste of Hue cuisine.

2. Rice Dumpling Cake

   Rice dumpling cake(Banh Bot Loc)

 Rice dumpling cake (Banh Bot Loc) is a distinctive and delicious dish in Hue. Those who hail from Hue will always remember this special delicacy no matter where they go. The cake has a thin outer layer made from rice flour (known as " Tapioca starch" in Vietnam - The type of flour in different regions of Vietnam will be called by different names in Vietnamese). Inside the cake, you'll find a filling of savory shrimp and pork, or if you prefer, you can have a variation with mung bean filling. To fully enjoy Rice dumpling cake, the dipping sauce, a sweet and sour fish sauce, is the perfect complement. There are two types of tapioca cake: one type is wrapped in banana leaves (or dong leaves) and another type is just boiled tapioca starch and not wrapped in leaves.

3. Baby Basket Clams Rice/ Noodle Soup

 Baby basket clams noodle soup

  Baby basket clams rice and noodle soup are two unique and famous dishes from the dreamy land of Hue. Made from fresh and fragrant clams, these dishes have a distinctive flavor that combines the aroma of clams, fried shallots, and spices. When savoring these dishes, travelers can experience the unique taste and sensations that are found only in Hue. Baby basket clams rice is often served with fresh herbs, chili peppers, and a rich and flavorful fish sauce dipping sauce. Baby basket clams noodle soup includes smooth and silky vermicelli noodles, adding to the deliciousness and nutritional value. These are special, traditional dishes that you cannot miss when visiting Hue.

Baby basket clams rice 

4. Mussel with Rice Pancake

 Mussel with Rice Pancake

   Mussel with Rice Pancake is a unique specialty of Hue, carrying the distinctive flavor of the region. To extract the clam meat from the shells, the preparation process is truly meticulous and demands extensive experience and patience from the chefs. Otherwise, they may fail and discard a significant portion of the clams they have. After successfully separating the clam meat, the chefs create an enticing dish that is served with crispy rice paper. The fresh taste of clams combined with the crunchiness of rice paper creates a unique and harmonious flavor.

5. Hell rice

 Hell rice (Vietnamese name is Com Am Phu)

   Hell rice (Vietnamese name is Com Am Phu), the royal delicacy of Hue, is a refined dish consisting of rice mixed with various types of meat, seafood, fresh herbs, and fish sauce. It is a humble dish but carries the ancient charm of the Hue royal court cuisine. Due to its historical significance, this dish, despite its unique name, remains extremely captivating for food enthusiasts and travelers visiting Hue. Hell rice offers a sophisticated, diverse, and enticing culinary experience with every bite. This dish is a harmonious combination of many familiar flavors from various Hue dishes, such as pork sausage, caramelized pork, fermented pork roll, shrimp, aromatic herbs, pickled vegetables, all served with white rice and spicy garlic fish sauce. What makes this dish truly remarkable is the skillful blending of different elements, allowing the accompaniments to be customized according to diners' tastes and preferences. It's a must-try when you have the opportunity to visit the ancient capital of our country - the city of Hue.

6. Sesame Candy

Sesame Candy   

 Sesame Candy is a distinctive candy from Hue, a delicious and unique treat. It is made from sesame seeds mixed with peanut oil, coated with a layer of white sesame seeds. Additionally, peanut can be added to the candy if you prefer a sweet, nutty, and rich flavor. The candy is shaped into a large block, then cut into small pieces, wrapped in glossy paper, and packaged in boxes. Sesame Candy is one of the specialties that everyone who visits Hue cannot forget to bring back as a gift for their loved ones. It represents the genuine charm of the ancient capital of Hue, conveying emotional value to both the giver and the recipient.

7. Sweet soup

Sweet soup

     Sweet soup is a fragrant, delicious, and nutritious dessert from Hue. Anyone who tries it once in Hue will find it hard to forget the taste of chè here. There are various types of Sweet soup, such as corn pudding, floating dessert, green bean sweet soup, and sweet soup with grilled pork wrapped in cassava flour. Each type of Sweet soup has its own unique flavor and preparation method, but they all offer a delightful and refreshing experience. Hue Sweet soup is typically made from natural, fresh ingredients without the use of preservatives. It is a popular and beloved dessert among the locals and tourists alike.

8. Hue Lemongrass Pork Skewers

 Hue Lemongrass Pork Skewers

   Hue Lemongrass Pork Skewers is an incredibly unique and enticing specialty of Hue. This dish is made from fresh and flavorful pork, ground and wrapped around small bamboo sticks, iron skewers, or sometimes even lemongrass stalks before being grilled over an open flame. The delicious aroma of nem lụi, combined with the flavor of various spices, creates a memorable and distinctive dish that lingers in your memory after tasting it. Hue Lemongrass Pork Skewers is often served with a variety of fresh herbs and a sweet dipping sauce, or you can enjoy it wrapped in rice paper with fresh herbs. It's a delicious and unique dish that you should definitely try when you have the opportunity to visit the ancient capital of Hue.

9. Nam Pho Bread soup

 Nam Pho Bread soup

   Nam Pho Bread soup is a delicious and unique dish from Hue. Similar to other bánh canh dishes, it is made from chewy rice flour dough. However, this dish is specially prepared by the people of Nam Pho in Hue, resulting in a flavor that is unique to this region, leaving a distinct mark on the dish - Nam Pho Bread soup in Hue. Typically, this dish is combined with pork, shrimp, crab, or fish, creating a unique and tasty flavor. Nam Pho Bread soup is a popular and enticing dish that always captures the love of both locals and tourists when visiting Hue.

10. Shrimp Paste

 Hue Shrimp Paste

   Hue Shrimp Paste is a famous specialty of the Central region, especially in the city of Hue. Fresh and carefully selected shrimp are marinated in a tangy sauce and spices before being eaten. This dish is usually served with boiled pork and presented beautifully with fresh herbs and rice paper. In Hue, Shrimp Paste is often considered a dipping sauce and a side dish, but if you prefer, you can still savor this dish alone to fully appreciate its rich and unique flavor. The refreshing sourness of the shrimp combined with the sweetness of the pickled fish sauce creates a distinctive and enticing taste. This is a dish you must try when traveling to Hue.

11. Bloating Fern – Shaped Cake

Shaped Cake bowl (Bloating Fern – Shaped Cake)

     Bloating Fern – Shaped Cake is a delicious and unique dish from Hue. Made from rice flour and steamed into small, delicate shapes resembling tiny lotus leaves, these days, small cups are often used for steaming instead of lotus leaves.Bloating Fern – Shaped Cake is typically served with scallion oil, dried shrimp, mung bean paste, and a sweet and sour fish sauce. It is a traditional dish of Hue, renowned for its distinct and delicious flavor. Bloating Fern – Shaped Cake has a gentle and smooth taste, presented in small saucers and enjoyed with sweet and sour fish sauce. Besides the traditional version, you can also try "Shaped Cake bowl" and the taste will be similar, but when you savor "Shaped Cake bowl," it will offer you an intriguing sensation that words cannot express. The delicate flavor of bánh bèo has charmed many travelers to Hue.

Bloating Fern – Shaped Cake

12. Vegetarian rice

Vegetarian rice

     Vegetarian rice is suitable for all diners who want to experience vegetarian cuisine in the city of Hue, especially for those who follow a vegetarian diet. Lien Hoa Vegetarian Restaurant is a renowned vegetarian dining spot in Hue. They offer a diverse menu with exquisite and richly prepared vegetarian dishes. These delicious, fresh, and nutritious dishes are particularly appealing to tourists and locals who appreciate vegetarian cuisine.

     In summary, Hue cuisine is not just a combination of ingredients and flavors; it is also a reflection of history and culture. The unique, refined, and diverse dishes have made Hue cuisine an essential part of Vietnamese culinary heritage. This blog is a place where you can not only savor the delicate flavors of Hue cuisine but also have the opportunity to explore the beauty of this region by renting a motorbike for the freedom to explore every nook and cranny.

     Join us on a journey to discover Hue cuisine through flexibility, freedom, and uniqueness on motorbikes. Immerse yourself in the colors, flavors, and history of Hue city, and let us help you turn each meal into a memorable experience.