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Strange but delicious as a bowl of Quang Ninh vermicelli, I’m hungry when I see it

Bun Cu Ky Quang Ninh, a rustic specialty that contains many unique flavors, attracts tourists every time they have the opportunity to travel here. From sophisticated and meticulous processing stages, it creates a famous delicacy that is hard to refuse. 

Cu Ky – the traditional gift of Quang Ninh

The tick is also known as the crouch, the thunder crab because it clamps very firmly, only releasing when it hears the sound of thunder. Cu Ky usually lives in warm waters, in our country it can be seen in some places such as Khanh Hoa, Hai Phong , Quang Ninh . But according to the assessment, only the sea in this coal country can bring economic and nutritional value.

Strange but delicious as a bowl of Quang Ninh vermicelli, I’m hungry when I see it
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Speaking of ticks, people remember mini lobsters with 2 big claws. The nutritional value comes as such, but it is not always possible to enjoy it. If you want to enjoy Quang Ninh vermicelli, you must come in the peak season when the fat and fat fish, people just catch them to process them into vermicelli or other delicious dishes such as: roasted salted fish, steamed squid. , Grilled,… 

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They often live very firmly in rock holes, caves, mangrove forests or fishing villages. Bun Cu Ky here comes from the people in the fishing villages, with bold rustic flavor. Gradually modified and added many ingredients to today become a delicacy that attracts not only Vietnamese tourists but also foreign guests when enjoying it for the first time. 

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Quang Ninh noodle soup and the subtleties of processing

If you have the opportunity to contact and learn about Quang Ninh cuisine, especially the processing of vermicelli, you will be surprised. Because to make such a simple dish, it has to go through many sophisticated processing stages. From choosing fresh ingredients to ensure food hygiene and safety to preparing and cooking finished products. 

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Its characteristic is that the meat is only in 2 claws, and the body and shell are very spongy, so it is cooked in broth. Cu Ky bring back, wash, separate the claws, apricots and body to separate. The stem is finely ground and filtered to cook the broth. Vermicelli noodles must be cooked with seafood and the body itself. Part quality assurance, part because of the sweetness will be bar and not as sick as cooking with pork bones or beef bones as usual. 

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Next, the bricks will be kept separate, then lightly sauteed with onions and spices to increase the aroma. Boiled and then peeled off all the shells when eating and putting them all on the bowl. The reason for doing so not only helps the bowl of vermicelli look elegant, not greasy due to frying the ingredients too much. It also helps users to fully enjoy the taste of the sea in Quang Ninh noodle soup . 

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Noodle soup with broth is cooked in vermicelli soup, so it is loved by many people. A bowl is lined up with vermicelli, bricks, and more with onions, beans, along the mosquito net, sprouts, etc., as you like. Then pour hot, golden broth to enjoy. You can try it in many places, but believe that only Quang Ninh can fully feel the soul of this dish. 

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On the way to visit Ha Long Bay  for sightseeing or to Cai Dam, Mong Cai, etc., don’t forget to stop by delicious restaurants or noodle shops to try. There is nothing better than watching the sea, watching the crowded streets and eating delicious food. This is a highly appreciated breakfast or lunch dish of tourists, proving the attraction is no less than the taste of this rustic gift given to Quang Ninh by nature. 

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The address to eat delicious vermicelli noodles in Quang Ninh

It is not by chance that Quang Ninh vermicelli has won the love of diners even though it is only enjoyed once. From local ingredients, years of processing by skilled and enthusiastic hands are placed in each bowl of vermicelli with the desire to promote local cuisine and culture. No matter how far you go, it’s hard to forget its taste, here are some places you can go to try it like: 

– Cu Ky noodle soup 268 

  • Address: 268 Gieng Don, Cao Thang Ward, City. Ha Long, Quang Ninh. 
  • Average price per person: 25,000 VND – 30,000 VND.

– Huong Beo rice noodle soup

  • Address: 10-56 Tan Mai, Bai Chay, Ha Long City, Quang Ninh.
  • Price: 50,000 VND/person.

– Noodles with the same period

  • Address: 10 To Hien Thanh, Tran Hung Dao, Ha Long City, Quang Ninh.
  • Opening time: 05:45 – 11:00.

– Noodles with Quoc Huy flag

  • Address: Cong Doan Hotel, Kiot No. 3, Coconut Garden, Ha Long City, Quang Ninh.
  • Opening time: 05:00 – 17:00.
  • Price аbout: 50,000 VND / bowl.

– Bun Cu Ky Thu Thuy

  • Address: Garden area A 12 Thuong Mai, group 1b, zone 7, Ha Long city, Quang Ninh.
  • Opening time: 06:00 – 21:30.


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Not only is the specialty inviting tourists to enjoy. Bun Cu Ky Quang Ninh from a strange name has become one of the “addictive” delicacies thanks to the sweet and fragrant broth, fresh ingredients and dedication put into each bowl of vermicelli. If you haven’t tried it, don’t hesitate to find a noodle shop immediately to taste it. Make sure you will be entangled with its lingering taste that is hard to stop. 

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