Top 10 Tay Ninh specialties to buy as gifts

Sun-dried rice paper – A famous specialty of Trang Bang

Trang Bang dew-dried rice paper is a proud specialty of Tay Ninh people. (Photo: Collected)

Rice paper exposed to dew is perhaps the most prominent specialty in Tay Ninh . The rice paper is thinly spread, dried in the sun, then dried in dew at night to maintain its natural softness. When eaten, it can be wrapped with boiled meat, raw vegetables, or dipped in fish sauce, all of which are excellent. In particular, the rice paper is carefully packaged, easy to carry away, and can be preserved for 5-7 days if kept in a cool place.

Suggested places to buy: Ut Trang, Tri Hai, Nam Dung.
Reference price: 30,000 - 50,000 VND/pack.

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2. Tamarind rice paper, satay rice paper – Addictive snacks for young people

Tay Ninh mixed rice paper has become a culinary brand that is loved by young people and is popular everywhere. (Photo: Collected)

Tamarind rice paper is an attractive instant version, with the sweet and sour taste of tamarind, the spicy taste of satay and the fatty aroma of fried onions and peanuts. This is a "national" snack that is not only famous in Tay Ninh but also loved by students everywhere. The product is often packaged in convenient small bags, with a shelf life of 2-3 weeks, very easy to carry.

Reputable places to buy: Ut Trang rice paper, Di Hanh, Tay Ninh Specialty Supermarket.
Reference price: 15,000 - 25,000 VND/package.

3. Tay Ninh shrimp salt – Rich, spicy, “delicious with anything”

Although a spice that appeared quite late, Tay Ninh shrimp salt has a widespread appeal that no one can refuse. (Photo: Collected)

Tay Ninh shrimp salt is famous throughout the country for its salty, sweet, slightly spicy taste, and the distinctive aroma of roasted dried shrimp and fresh chili. This is the perfect spice to dip fruit in, add to mixed rice paper, or simply eat with hot rice, it is also delicious. Shrimp salt is now packaged in jars or vacuum bags, can be preserved for 3-6 months.

Recommended places to buy: Thanh Danh, Di Hanh, Long Hoa market.
Reference price: 30,000 - 60,000 VND/box depending on type.

4. Tay Ninh Palm – Naturally sweet and cool, a meaningful gift from the countryside

The crunchy, cool taste of palm “rice” is a pure thirst quencher on a dry summer day. (Photo: Collected)

Tay Ninh has many palm gardens, and products made from this fruit are also very diverse: palm sugar, palm jam, bottled palm juice... The sweet taste, not harsh, is very suitable as a gift for the elderly and people on a diet of chemical sugars.

Buy at: Tourist attractions at the foot of Ba Den mountain, Tay Ninh specialties online.
Reference price: 40,000 - 80,000 VND/box depending on product.

5. Tay Ninh sun-dried beef – A perfect gift

Tay Ninh one-sun dried beef is very suitable to enjoy on holidays and Tet with family and to buy as a special gift when visiting this land. (Photo: Collected)

Tay Ninh beef is marinated with rich flavor, lightly sun-dried, keeping the meat sweet and chewy. When eating, just grill it again on a charcoal stove or oven, dip it with ant salt or lemon and garlic salt, it is extremely "beer-catching". This specialty is suitable to buy as a gift or take on a picnic.

Suggested address: Trang Bang Sun-Dried Beef specialty store.
Reference price: 280,000 - 350,000 VND/500g.

6. Tay Ninh sour fish sauce – A side dish with a strong countryside flavor

Tay Ninh sour fish sauce when seasoned and served with boiled meat and winged beans will be extremely rich and irresistible (Photo: Collected)

Tay Ninh anchovy sauce or shrimp paste has a harmonious sweet and salty taste, often eaten with white rice, raw vegetables, or used as a dipping sauce for rolled dishes. The smell of the fish sauce is quite strong but the taste is delicious and special, often addictive to those who are used to it.

Buy at: Traditional markets in Tay Ninh, especially Long Hoa market.
Price: 50,000 - 70,000 VND/jar.

7. Dried wild vegetables – A strange but useful specialty

Stir-fried wild vegetables with garlic, shrimp and meat soup, boiled with braised meat sauce or delicious salty fish sauce... (Photo: Collected)

Tay Ninh is famous for dozens of typical wild vegetables such as young star fruit leaves, frog shoots, water spinach... Nowadays, facilities have dried wild vegetables as gifts, very convenient to bring back as ingredients for cooking soup, hot pot or pickling.

Where to buy: Some specialty stores near Trang Bang tourist area.
Reference price: 40,000 - 70,000 VND/pack.

8. Tay Ninh Pink Cake – Traditional sweet cake, few people know

Originating from the Central region, Tay Ninh pink cake is also one of the specialty cakes that tourists love very much. (Photo: Collected)

Banh Hong is a soft and chewy cake made from glutinous rice, mung beans and sugar. The outside is covered with white flour, the inside has a fragrant and rich filling, suitable for drinking with tea or as a dessert. The cake is soft and easy to eat, but has a short shelf life (3-4 days), so buy it and eat it right away.

Address: Traditional bakery near Hoa Thanh market.
Price: 25,000 - 40,000 VND/box.

9. Salted roasted cashews – A healthy gift, easy to preserve

Cashews are rich in good fats such as omega fatty acids and unsaturated fats such as oleic acid, which help replenish energy and are very good for the user's health. (Photo: Collected)

Although not unique to Tay Ninh, many areas in the province grow and process high-quality salted roasted cashews. The nuts are large, firm, and crispy when roasted without burning or being greasy. This is a suitable gift for the elderly and partners.

Where to buy: Hoa Thanh Specialty Cooperative.
Price: 150,000 - 200,000 VND/kg.

10. Tay Ninh rice cake – Compact, easy to carry, traditional sweetness

Banh in is also used by Southern people in traditional ceremonies or placed on the ancestral altar. (Photo: Collected)

Banh in is a type of cake made from sticky rice flour, green beans or white sesame, pressed into a round or square shape, with a moderate sweetness. It is usually eaten during Tet but is now available all year round. Eating it with tea is “the standard taste of home”.

Suggested place to buy: Ong Tam Cake Shop.
Price: 25,000 - 35,000 VND/small box.

Some notes when buying Tay Ninh specialties as gifts

Choose reputable establishments to buy Tay Ninh specialties as gifts. (Photo: Collected)

Should buy at reputable establishments, with clear packaging and labels if bringing far away.
Avoid buying rice paper/fish sauce at floating markets if traveling long distances or by plane because it can easily spill water/smell.
Ask about the expiration date and storage instructions if you are not using it right away.
You can buy Tay Ninh specialty combos online from major stores if you want convenient home delivery.

Tay Ninh is not only beautiful because of its natural scenery, but also because of its rustic, rich and memorable culinary culture. With the above suggestions, we hope you will find a Tay Ninh specialty to bring back as a meaningful gift - not only delicious but also containing the sentiment of a memorable trip.
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