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Tre Binh Dinh

Tre Binh Dinh: A delicious delight that you should try once

30/10/2024 543 views

Tre Binh Dinh is renowned for its aromatic charm and unique flavor. The perfect balance of sweet and sour captivates your taste buds, complemented by the fragrant layers of mature guava leaves that embody the essence of this martial arts region.

1. A glance at Tre Binh Dinh

When talking about the specialties of Binh Dinh, tre rom stands out as a must-try. This humble dish showcases a delightful combination of tender pork and an array of spices. Wrapped in tied straw, it offers a warm, rustic charm that evokes a sense of nostalgia and connection to the region.

Tre Binh Dinh is commonly enjoyed as an appetizer at celebrations, on ancestral altars, or during everyday meals in the local community. This dish presents a harmonious blend of salty, sweet, fatty, sour, spicy, and slightly bitter flavors, complemented by a subtle aroma of fresh straw. Diners can peel away the outer layer to savor it directly or shred the tender pork inside, wrapping it in rice paper with fresh herbs and pickled vegetables, and dipping it into garlic chili fish sauce or fermented fish sauce.

Tre Binh Dinh – A rich and flavorful dish

Tre Binh Dinh – A rich and flavorful dish (Source: Collected)

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2. How is Tre Binh Dinh made?

The main ingredients of tre are pig head meat, which is carefully cleaned and briefly blanched in boiling water with a bit of salt to remove odors and whiten it. After draining, the meat is sliced thinly and mixed with spices such as sugar, salt, ground pepper, whole peppercorns, monosodium glutamate, roasted rice flour, shredded ginger, white sesame seeds, and fish sauce, all combined in the right proportions. The mixture is allowed to marinate for 60 minutes for the flavors to meld.

For optimal taste, the wrapping process requires careful layering: inside, guava leaves are used, and on the outside, banana leaves (currently replaced with plastic wrap for hygiene). A bit of straw is added to the outer layer, which is tightly bound and left outside for 3-4 days before consumption. This meticulous wrapping method allows tre Binh Dinh to be preserved for several days, especially during festive occasions.

Tre Binh Dinh

Tre Binh Dinh – A unique traditional flavor and special culinary style of Central Vietnam (Source: Collected)

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3. How to eat Tre Binh Dinh?

When enjoying tre Binh Dinh, diners first peel away the straw’s outer layer, then use chopsticks to shred the meat into pieces before plating. To enhance the dish’s appeal, it is served with fresh herbs, mint, pickled vegetables, and roasted peanuts, all mixed with garlic chili fish sauce or chili sauce. Pairing this with Bau Da rice wine and grilled rice crackers alongside the shredded tre allows diners to fully experience the harmonious blend of sour, spicy, salty, and sweet flavors—simple yet rich and flavorful.

Some eateries and restaurants offer tre mixed with grilled meats, nem, and ram. You can order it separately or combine it with the specialties mentioned above for a delightful experience.

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How to eat Tre Binh Dinh

The process of making tre Binh Dinh includes carefully wrapping the dish in young guava leaves (Source: Collected)

4. Guide to buy Tre Binh Dinh on your trip

With prices from 17,000 VND to 25,000 VND per piece, tre Binh Dinh offers an accessible culinary experience for all. Now widely available across provinces, it is easy for food lovers to enjoy this unique dish anywhere.

4.1. Where to buy?

Today, tre Binh Dinh is produced in large quantities in Binh Dinh as a specialty. In Phuoc Loc Commune, Tuy Phuoc District (home to the famous “nem cho Huyen”), many production facilities supply tre to various distributors nationwide and fulfill custom orders.

If you are traveling in the Quy Nhon area, you can check out the following addresses:

  • Hai San Kho Man Khoa: 8 Vu Bao, Ngo May Ward, Quy Nhon
  • Dac San Xu Nau Thuy Trinh: 03 Tang Bat Ho, Le Loi Ward, Quy Nhon
  • Dac San Binh Dinh Nhu Y: 156 Nguyen Hue, Tran Phu Ward, Quy Nhon
  • Dac San Thanh Liem: 128 Chuong Duong, Nguyen Van Cu Ward, Quy Nhon
  • Dac San Hai San Kho Phung Nga: 61 Vu Bao, Ngo May Ward, Quy Nhon
Visitors can buy quality Tre Binh Dinh at reputable local eateries

Visitors can buy quality tre Binh Dinh at reputable local eateries (Source: Collected)

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4.2. What to note?

Here are some important points for readers to consider when buying tre Binh Dinh for personal enjoyment or as a gift:

  • Choose to buy tre at reputable specialty shops that sell Binh Dinh products and attract many customers, with clear addresses.
  • Compare prices of tre across different stores to avoid being overcharged.
  • Check or ask staff about the production date of the tre, as this information affects its shelf life and flavor if not stored properly.

5. How to best preserve Tre Binh Dinh after buying?

To preserve tre Binh Dinh and maintain its unique flavor, follow the proper storage guidelines to prevent spoilage. As a fermented product, temperature plays a crucial role. At high temperatures, fermentation accelerates, leading to faster spoilage.

Freshly made tre may lack full flavor but becomes sour if over-fermented. It is best enjoyed about two days after production at room temperature. Store it in a cool, dry place away from sunlight.

For longer storage, refrigerate at 0-10 degrees Celsius to slow fermentation (use within a week), or freeze at -10 to -20 degrees Celsius for extended preservation.

preserve Tre Binh Dinh after buying

To ensure freshness and flavor, proper storage of tre Binh Dinh is essential (Source: Collected)

Tre Binh Dinh is more than just a dish; it is a symbol of the region’s rich culinary heritage. Its unique preparation, fragrant spices, and distinct flavors make it a must-try for anyone visiting Binh Dinh. Whether enjoyed as a savory snack, a festive appetizer, or a thoughtful gift, tre Binh Dinh offers an authentic taste of the local cuisine that leaves a lasting impression.

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