Hoi An Sweet Gruel

Referring to Hoi An cuisine, chicken rice, Cao Lau or Quang noodles are often mentioned first. However, the dish that any visitor who comes here also enjoys is sweet gruel. Sweet gruel is not only a snack but is also considered a specialty dish associated with the cuisine of the old town. 

Hoi An sweet gruel is everywhere, just walking around the old town you will see the sidewalks of tea sold with all kinds of different flavors. Although it is not a strange dish, the tea here always has a special attraction that most people who have the opportunity to enjoy are complimented.

Top Hoi An sweet gruel dishes that tourists cannot ignore when traveling to the Old Town:

Sweet lotus seed gruel: This is a familiar dish in the central regions, has long been known as a nutritious sweet gruel to help nourish the body, relax the mind, and quickly lose sleep. In Hoi An, Sweet lotus seed gruel is highly appreciated by diners thanks to the sweet, cool tea mixed with butter.

Corn sweet soup: It would be a mistake not to mention corn sweet soup in the list of Hoi An specialties. Corn is grown in Cam Nam, Hoi An – where alluvium is deposited annually from the Thu Bon River. Thanks to the fertile soil, the corn plants become lush and the corn here is usually yellow, sweet, and fragrant. People pick corn and cook it into delicious, soft and naturally sweet cups of tea that can’t be found everywhere.

Red bean sweet gruel: Depending on the season, Red bean sweet gruel in Hoi An is cooked in different ways. In the summer, sweet gruel is cooked with a bolder and more liquid flavor to serve with ice to bring a sweet and refreshing taste. In winter, Hoi An people cook the beans to be thick and soft to eat hot, helping diners feel the rich flavor of red beans.

Thung Sweet gruel: This sweet gruel with a strange name is made from waxy taro and starch. Sweet gruel is cooked in the North style, with brown sugar, ginger and glutinous rice added to create a smooth, blended consistency. The sweet gruel has a natural sweetness, not too harsh, when eaten, it will be great to add a little ice.

Hyacinth bean sweet soup water: The sunny season in Hoi An is usually very hot, so no diners are unfamiliar with Hoi An’s refreshments such as tofu, a cup of tea at Mot, etc. You can’t find it outside of Quang Nam. The difference lies in the indescribable aroma in the bean water. The characteristic aroma of this tea makes many people choose to drink water instead of eating beans. Add some ice to a cup of water tea, take a long sip, a refreshing feeling of the scent of peas will make you refreshed.

Green beans sweet gruel: Soft, greasy, golden green beans will make diners unable to take their eyes off. Usually, Green beans sweet gruel in Hoi An will be eaten with hyacinth bean sweet soup. The smoothness and smoothness of green beans mixed with the beans are very satisfying.

If you have a chance to come to Hoi An, don’t forget to try these famous tea dishes. This is a great experience for those who love food and want to explore the typical culinary culture of the old town.