Mi Quang (Quang noodles): A delicacy of the cuisine of Central Vietnam

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Mi Quang is a culinary achievement of Vietnamese people (Source: Collected)

Mi Quang is an extremely luscious and appealing dish, appreciated as one of the top dishes that travelers should not miss out on in Vietnam. This article will go into great detail about every aspect of Vietnamese Mi Quang. If you are keen on Vietnam travel and tourism, especially the excellent culinary culture here, read on!

1. What is Mi Quang? Things to know about its origin

Mi Quang (Quang noodles) is a widely popular noodle dish from Quang Nam Province in Central Vietnam. Its origin is suggested right from the name. “Mi” means any kind of noodles made from wheat flour, and “Quang” refers to Quang Nam Province – which Hoi An Ancient Town belongs to. 

In the mid-16th century, Hoi An land was a trading place crowded with foreign merchants, especially Chinese. Along with their goods, they bring along their native dishes. The people of Quang Nam integrated those Chinese noodle dishes into their local cuisine, creating a culinary delight that both reflects Chinese influence and Vietnamese imprints.

In fact, the noodles used in this dish are completely made from rice flour, which is a typical ingredient of Vietnamese food, instead of wheat flour. Because the name Mi Quang was deeply ingrained in the mind of the Vietnamese people, it has remained in use until today despite the fact that the main ingredient has been replaced.

Quang noodles originated in Quang Nam Province, Central Vietnam (Source: @food_journey929)

2. Mi Quang ingredients and how they are layered

• Ingredients

The Vietnamese Mi Quang recipe is simple. In general, it comprises noodles, broth, toppings, and garnishes. 

The noodles used for this dish are quite similar to those of Pho (Vietnamese noodles) as they are both made from rice flour and cut into flat strands. 

The broth is rich and luscious, thanks to a variety of ingredients used. It is made from water with stewed pork bones or chicken. Many cooks also add shrimp or beef to add an elegant sweet taste to the broth.

Diners can select between chicken, pork, shrimp, or fish as toppings. In terms of garnishes, it is also necessary to enjoy Quang noodles with accompanying fresh vegetables, such as mustard greens, bean sprouts, water morning glory, scallion, lettuce, basil, fragrant knotweed, coriander, and sliced banana flower. 

• How to layer a bowl of Mi Quang

To layer a beautiful bowl of Mi Quang, all the ingredients are put together in a bowl, layer by layer. Starting with a bed of vegetables, then a proper amount of broth is added, then a decent amount of noodles, toppings, and garnishes.

A traditional bowl of Quang noodles is a harmony of yellow noodles, white rice crackers, and green veggies (Source: Collected)

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3. How to eat Mi Quang the proper way?

Mi Quang will be served with a plate of veggies and Vietnamese rice paper. To begin, add some seasonings to the bowl based on your preferences, such as lime juice, chile, and fish sauce. Add additional herbs and veggies to round out the flavor. Mix the bowl of noodles so that the aroma of the vegetables blends with the rich taste of the meat, fish, eggs, etc. Finally, dip some pieces of dry rice paper into the broth and take a bite to experience the deliciousness, before enjoying the whole dish. 

The flavor of Mi Quang has a richness that comes from the shrimp, meat, and eggs, the spiciness of chili, the aroma of lemon, rice paper, and raw vegetables. All of them make a unique dish of Central Vietnam.

Quang noodles is often enjoyed with vegetables and rice paper (Source: Collected)

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4. The highly recommended places to eat Vietnamese Mi Quang

Nothing beats a bowl of fresh, flavorful, and affordable Mi Quang. Below are some suggestions on where to try this dish in Vietnam:

4.1. The best Mi Quang Da Nang

Mi Quang is also a specialty of Da Nang. The noodles are made from rice that still has bran, which is soaked and hand-milled to preserve the nutrients of the rice grain. This dish in Da Nang is richer and more fragrant than those in other localities.

Some recommended places to enjoy Mi Quang while you are in Da Nang:

•  Mi Quang Ba Mua

Address: 19 Tran Binh Trong or 95A Nguyen Tri Phuong

Opening hours: 6:30 am – 10:30 pm

Prices: 25,000 – 44,000 VND

• Mi Quang Ech Bep Trang 

Address: 10 Ha Bong; 441 Ong Ich Khiem; 26 Le Hong Phong; 186 – 188 Phan Chau Trinh

Opening hours: 7 am – 10 pm

Prices: 30,000 – 60,000 VND

• Mi Quang Huong Que

Address: 78 Phan Thanh

Opening hours: 6 am – 10 pm

Prices: 20,000 – 30,000 VND

• Mi Quang Bich Da Nang

Address: Lien Chieu District, Da Nang

Opening hours: 6 am – 9 pm

Prices: 20,000 – 25,000 VND

• Mi Quang Ba Vi 

Address: 66 Le Dinh Duong

Opening hours: 6:30 am – 10 pm

Prices: 30,000 – 55,000 VND

There are many Quang noodles restaurants in Da Nang for diners to choose from (Source: Collected)

4.2. The best Mi Quang Hoi An

Mi Quang Hoi An has many variations, such as crab noodles, shrimp noodles, beef noodles, fish noodles, chicken noodles, jellyfish noodles, duck noodles, etc. Their appeals come from the soft and chewy white noodles, the sweet broth, and the rich toppings.

Some recommended places to enjoy Mi Quang while you are in Hoi An:

• Mi Quang Ong Hai Hoi An 

Address: 6A Truong Minh Luong

Opening hours: 6 am – 10 pm

Prices: 15,000 – 40,000 VND

• Mi Quang Ba Minh Hoi An 

Address: Cam Ha, Hoi An

Opening hours: 7 am – 5 pm

Prices: 25,000 – 50,000 VND

• Mi Quang co Sinh Hoi An

Address: 170/5 Ly Thuong Kiet

Opening hours: 6 am – 1 pm

Prices: 20,000 – 25,000 VND

• Mi Quang Khong Gian Xanh Hoi An

Address: 687 Hai Ba Trung

Opening hours: 9:30 am – 9 pm

Prices: 20,000 – 100,000 VND

• Mi Quang Cao Lau Hoi An Di Hat

Address: 81 Phan Chau Trinh

Opening hours: 5 pm – 10 pm

Prices: 15,000 – 25,000 VND

There are a lot of places in Hoi An for visitors to enjoy Quang noodles (Source: Collected)

Mi Quang brings out a sense of genuineness and simplicity just like the people in Central Vietnam. After you have enjoyed the gorgeous scenery in Vietnam, you should also savor this dish to fully feel the culture of this land. 

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