Eating Vietnamese Duck: Unique Vietnamese Duck Offal Salad, Delicious and Satisfying

Eating Vietnamese Duck: Unique Vietnamese Duck Offal Salad, Delicious and Satisfying

I’m mr.hotsia and I recently had the opportunity to experience a fun and unique food adventure in Lang Son province, Northern Vietnam. This place is famous for its flavorful roasted duck, but I didn’t just eat ordinary roasted duck. Let me take you to tasteVietnamese Duck Offal SaladA unique dish that made me say wow from the very first bite

Lang Son is a province where I stopped to rest during my Northern Vietnam trip. This province offers not only beautiful mountain scenery and a border atmosphere with China but also rare and delicious local dishes, especially duck dishes with unique characteristics. I stayed at Hoang Son Hotel in the city center, which is very convenient for walking to the market and finding local food.

Walking into the morning market in Lang Son city, I found a duck food stall featuring the highlight “Vietnamese Duck Offal Salad,” which mainly consists of heart, liver, gizzard, and duck tongue. These are blanched just enough, then tossed with a spicy, sweet, sour, and slightly hot dressing typical of Northern Vietnamese cuisine. Importantly, fresh vegetables and various herbs are added to enhance the aroma and freshness of this dish.

The first bite gave a crunchy texture from the carefully blanched duck offal, making it neither tough nor gamey. The spicy and balanced dressing complements the richness of the offal, mixed with the freshness of herbs like culantro, mint leaves, and green onions. Each bite is full of texture and enticing aroma, far beyond ordinary duck dishes I’ve tried before.

I also tried the roasted duck here, which is fragrant with spices and crispy skin, with a mellow flavor. It’s another must-try dish when visiting this province. Many might not be familiar with eating duck offal, but I can say this dish represents boldness and deliciousness that’s hard to find elsewhere.

For travelers interested, I recommend visitingLang Son Province, VietnamHere, you can enjoy both nature and unique local food. If you want more travel information or good accommodations, Hoang Son Hotel where I stayed is a great choice—conveniently located near the market and very affordable.

Also, if you want to fully experience the local atmosphere, I recommend visiting the Lang Son morning market. In the morning, it’s lively with vendors and locals selling fresh food, freshly prepared dishes, as well as fresh vegetables and herbs used in the duck offal salad. I, mr.hotsia, saw the preparation and talked with the vendors, which helped me understand that eating here is not just about taste but also about culture and a long-standing way of life.

For those who like to watch videos introducing this dish, I have a clipEating Vietnamese Duck: Unique Vietnamese Duck Offal Salad, Delicious and Satisfyingthat I filmed myself, showing the real atmosphere and how to eat it without fear of it being too difficult or strange.

If you are planning a trip to Northern Vietnam, don’t forget to stop by and taste the deliciousness atLang Son Provinceand try the Vietnamese Duck Offal Salad recommended by me, mr.hotsia. I guarantee you will be impressed and take home a memorable experience of delicious and unique food.