Grilled shrimp rolls in the middle of Tang Hua Market, lots of viewers chả tôm Thanh Hoá

Grilled shrimp rolls in the middle of Tang Hua Market, lots of viewers chả tôm Thanh Hoá

When talking about a fresh market full of life from the people of Loei province, Tang Hua Market is another destination I, mr.hotsia, recommend to stop by to truly experience the lifestyle of Loei city people. Here, there are also delicious foods I recently tasted to recommend, which is “grilled shrimp rolls,” or what Vietnamese callchả tômat Tang Hua Market.

Tang Hua Market is not just an ordinary fresh market but a bustling spot where locals and tourists frequently visit, especially in the morning and afternoon. It’s filled with lively conversations, fresh food aromas, and local flavors mixed with herbs and spices that tempt my appetite very well, mr.hotsia.

This time I came across a stall selling grilled shrimp rolls with a crowd watching and queuing non-stop. The vendors were grilling shrimp rolls over low heat. The fragrant aroma of fresh shrimp skewered with secret seasoning from Thanh Hoá, Vietnam, reminded me of the cultural food connection linking Thailand-Laos-Vietnam in this area perfectly.

The grilled shrimp rolls here use medium-sized river shrimp. The shrimp are very fresh, not ordinary small shrimp but Mekong river shrimp, which I have mentioned before in the articleMekong River Shrimp in Chiang Khanwhich is not far from Tang Hua Market. I have seen locals in Chiang Khan catching shrimp with traps and rice pounding to get fresh shrimp like this. The shrimp here combine freshness and a sweet, crisp taste that is hard to find.

Making grilled shrimp rolls at Tang Hua Market is not just grilling shrimp. The vendors have carefully marinated the shrimp with Vietnamese spices and wrapped them in a thin sheet of dough similar to spring roll wrappers before grilling on charcoal. The scent of wood charcoal mixed with the fragrant grilled shrimp aroma keeps people waiting eagerly to taste.

I, mr.hotsia, tried the grilled shrimp rolls here. The taste is slightly sweet and salty from a special dipping sauce with tamarind’s sourness and fresh chili’s spiciness that enhances the flavor. The shrimp are firm, bouncy, and crunchy. I admit it’s one of the must-try foods when visiting Loei.

Tang Hua Market is also full of various foods reflecting the true lifestyle of Loei people, from grilled sticky rice, grilled rice cakes, spicy papaya salad to freshly made local desserts, as well as fresh vegetables and fragrant herbs. I, mr.hotsia, recommend strolling and tasting along to truly experience the lifestyle and culture here.

If you want to know Loei more deeply than just Tang Hua Market, I have written about the story ofPhi Ta Khon Festival, Dan Sai, Loei Provincewhich is another important and uniquely charming tradition of Loei people. There are also stories about the spectacular sea of mist atPha Nok Aen – Phu Kraduengwhich I, as a traveler, never miss, includingChiang Khan in winterwhich is not far away and is a tourist spot that once visited, you will fall in love with the Mekong riverside atmosphere and many street foods.

Regarding grilled shrimp rolls, if you want to see real images and atmosphere, I recommend watching the clip I recorded inGrilled shrimp rolls in the middle of Tang Hua Market, lots of viewers chả tôm Thanh HoáYou can see how much people at the market are interested in and love this food.

For me, mr.hotsia, walking through Tang Hua Market in Loei and tasting grilled shrimp rolls here is an experience that perfectly connects stories of food, lifestyle, and cultural relations in the Mekong river basin area impressively. Especially if you come early morning or late afternoon when the sunlight is soft, you will truly see the unique lifestyle of the locals.

If you like walking markets, enjoy local food, and want to know Loei city more deeply beyond just tourist spots, Tang Hua Market and grilled shrimp rolls are a great starting point to open the door to truly experience Loei from me, mr.hotsia.