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Nem Cua Be — traditional dish from Hanoi, Vietnam
Snack Fish & Seafood

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Nutritional Values

🔥420kcal
💪25gProtein
🌾40gCarbs
🥑20gFat
🌿2gFibre
⚖️150 gServing

* Per serving · 150 g. May vary.

Allergens

🦐 Shellfish 🌾 Gluten

Nem Cua Be

How to order / say it
Say it Nem cua bể — [Nem Coo-ah Bay]
Order I'd like the Nem Cua Be, please.
Locally Xin cho tôi nem cua bể.
Say locally

Crispy crab spring rolls, a crunchy treat.

Why try it?

Nem cua bể is a beloved snack that highlights Hanoi's creative take on traditional spring rolls, offering a flavorful twist with crab meat.

How it tastes

These crispy rolls are filled with succulent crab meat, paired with a crunchy texture and nuanced flavors from a blend of spices and vegetables.

Origin & History — first documented: 1960

Emerging from Hanoi's bustling eateries in the 20th century, nem cua bể became a popular treat as cooks adapted classic nem with local crab from the northern coast, providing a unique regional twist.

Recipe

Ingredients

  • 🦐 200 g crab meat
  • 🦐 100 g shrimp
  • 🌾 8 sheets rice paper
  • 🥕 50 g carrot
  • 🧄 30 g onion
  • 🥣 30 ml fish sauce
  • 🧂 5 g pepper
  • 🫒 500 ml oil

Method

  1. 1 Mix crab meat, shrimp, grated carrot, and seasonings.
  2. 2 Wrap the mixture tightly in rice paper.
  3. 3 Deep fry until golden and crispy.
  4. 4 Serve hot with a side of dipping sauce.

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