'Xoi ngu sac' - a well-known speacialty of Tay Bac
Almost tourists are drawn by the irresistible attraction of "xoi ngu sac" - five-coloured steamed glutinous rice, an eye-catching appearance with five vibrant colours.
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| Xoi Ngu Sac (five-coloured steamed glutinous rice). (Photo: monan9) |
Right after the first try, they are definitely charmed by its sticky, sweet and elegant flavour.
One thing much more interesting is discovering the significant meanings that colors represent. White is for Metal, green is for Wood, yellow is for Earth, red is for Fire and black is for Water.
Accordingly, the dish is symbolic of the harmony of nature. The cooking process is quite similar to that of other steamed sticky rice; however, the dying process takes a lot of time and effort.
The colours all originate from leaves of different forest trees that are ground or boiled to exact the colors. What is more, the forest tree leaves are often used as restorative medicines by the locals. Therefore, do not hesitate to try this delicious and healthy dish if you have a chance.
(Source: Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism Portal)
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