Originating from Quang Nam Province, “banh trang dap” (crushed rice crackers with anchovy fish sauce) has now become one of the most popular rustic speciality dishes in Da Nang.

To make this dish, a layer of thin steamed rice cake is placed over a grilled rice paper with the addition of a little cooking oil and some thin slices of fried spring onions.  The grilled rice paper is then swiftly folded in half.

This simple and cheap food is served with a small bowl of anchovy fish sauce mixed with garlic chilli, lemon, sugar, a little oil and some fried spring onions on top to give an amazing mixture of unique aftertastes!

Crushed rice crackers and anchovy fish sauce

Before eating, people crush the whole pile down using the palms of their hands until all the layers stick well together.  Then, they break it into small pieces, dip in the appetising sauce, and enjoy the delicate treat.

If you want to try these delicious crushed rice crackers in Da Nang, then you can visit the “Ba Tu” (Mrs Tu) Restaurant on 354 Le Duan Street.  This venue is recommended as one of the local's favourite places to eat this special dish.