Eating Vietnamese Chicken Rice

Savor the delicious Vietnamese chicken rice with mr.hotsia

When it comes to Vietnamese food, many might think of pho or fresh spring rolls, but for me, mr.hotsia, “Vietnamese chicken rice” or what they callcơm gàis a must-try dish when visiting Vietnam. Especially when I travel to various provinces in northern and central Vietnam, I always look for opportunities to taste chicken rice at small shops in markets or street stalls. Here, the aroma of spices and fresh herbs blended with fragrant rice and tender chicken has captivated me endlessly.

I once visited Lạng Sơn Provincewhich is a hilly area with a border atmosphere near China.There, I tried chicken rice from a small shop in the morning market. The fragrant rice cooked with chicken bone broth combined with a special dipping sauce that is slightly sour, salty, and mildly spicy made every bite full of rich and complex flavors.

What makes Vietnamese chicken rice different from the chicken rice in our country is the use of herbs and spices like kaffir lime, basil leaves, and fresh ginger, which add fragrance and reduce the greasiness of the chicken meat. Additionally, green onions and fresh vegetables are served alongside, making the taste much fresher.

In the morning market I explored, I saw Vietnamese locals shopping diligently for fresh ingredients to prepare chicken rice. The market had fresh chicken, boiled chicken meat with skin cut into beautiful pieces, and hot cooked rice waiting for customers to sit and eat at small shops. Some places served it with hot chicken bone broth in small bowls to warm you up on chilly mornings.

How to travel and taste chicken rice like mr.hotsia

If you plan to try Vietnamese chicken rice, I recommend starting from Lạng Sơn city, where I stayed at the budget-friendly Hoang Son Hotel, about 600 baht per night, located in the city center. It's an easy walk to the morning market, less than 10 minutes. You will experience the authentic Vietnamese fresh market atmosphere, with the scent of spices and herbs wafting along the way.

If you want to continue sightseeing, I suggest visiting the Buddhist temple in Da Lat city,Truc Lam Templewhich is beautiful and peaceful, perfect for relaxing after a satisfying chicken rice meal. If you want to travel to the south, I have used theVinh Long bus stationto conveniently continue to other cities.

Impressions of the taste and atmosphere

One thing I really like when eating chicken rice in Vietnam is the simplicity yet full dedication of each vendor. Every dish is served with fresh ingredients and meticulous seasoning. I remember one of my favorite shops in Lạng Sơn served chicken rice with pickled vegetables and fresh cucumber alongside a special dipping sauce that made me order several extra bowls.

The atmosphere in restaurants or street stalls is often filled with chatter and the aroma of food being prepared. I usually sit and observe the people coming to eat, learning about life and culture through this seemingly simple dish that hides great depth.

Additional recommendations for food lovers and travelers

If you are interested in other Vietnamese dishes besides chicken rice, I recommend watching the video I recorded inEating Vietnamese Chicken Ricewhich shows the real eating atmosphere and my feelings about this dish clearly. Or if you like seafood, not far from Lạng Sơn, you should visitNha Trang Seawhich offers fresh seafood and beautiful beach scenery.

For those interested in accommodation and travel in Vietnam, I have articles recommending hotels in several cities, such asHotels in Viet Tri cityor bus stations in Vinh Long city, which will help you plan your trip conveniently and comfortably.

Summary of the Vietnamese chicken rice experience with mr.hotsia

Vietnamese chicken rice is more than just a dish for me. It is a travel experience that brings me close to the culture and lifestyle of the Vietnamese people through tasting a unique yet harmonious flavor in every bite. I, mr.hotsia, invite you to try Vietnamese chicken rice yourself. I guarantee you will love it as much as I do.