{"id":1016,"date":"2026-07-06T17:12:18","date_gmt":"2026-07-06T10:12:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nhahangnghe.vn\/?p=1016"},"modified":"2026-07-07T19:11:03","modified_gmt":"2026-07-07T12:11:03","slug":"rau-cu-luoc-kho-quet","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/nhahangnghe.vn\/en\/rau-cu-luoc-kho-quet\/","title":{"rendered":"Boiled vegetables with caramelized fish sauce"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-1130\" src=\"https:\/\/nhahangnghe.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Rau-cu-luoc-kho-quet-300x199.png\" alt=\"Rau c\u1ee7 lu\u1ed9c kho qu\u1eb9t\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nhahangnghe.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Rau-cu-luoc-kho-quet-300x199.png 300w, https:\/\/nhahangnghe.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Rau-cu-luoc-kho-quet-768x509.png 768w, https:\/\/nhahangnghe.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Rau-cu-luoc-kho-quet.png 812w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseprofile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/nhahangnghe.vn\/en\/rau-cu-luoc-kho-quet\/#Rau_Cu_Luoc_Kho_Quet_%E2%80%93_Huong_Vi_Dong_Que_Gian_Di_Ma_Gay_Thuong_Nho\" >Boiled Vegetables with Kho Quet \u2013 A Rustic and Unforgettable Taste of Home at Nghe Restaurant<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/nhahangnghe.vn\/en\/rau-cu-luoc-kho-quet\/#Dia_Rau_Cu_Theo_Mua_Xanh_Muot_Tinh_Tuy_Tu_Nhung_Mien_Que\" >Fresh, Vibrant Seasonal Vegetable Platter \u2013 The Essence of the Countryside<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/nhahangnghe.vn\/en\/rau-cu-luoc-kho-quet\/#To_Kho_Quet_Sen_Set_Dinh_Cao_Ket_Tinh_Tu_Gia_Vi_Truyen_Thong\" >The Ultimate Thick, Rich Caramelized Fish Sauce Dip \u2013 Crystallized from Traditional Spices<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/nhahangnghe.vn\/en\/rau-cu-luoc-kho-quet\/#Su_Hoa_Quyen_Hoan_Hao_Cua_Huong_Vi_Dong_Que\" >The Perfect Blend of Rustic Flavors<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h1 data-path-to-node=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Rau_Cu_Luoc_Kho_Quet_%E2%80%93_Huong_Vi_Dong_Que_Gian_Di_Ma_Gay_Thuong_Nho\"><\/span>Boiled Vegetables with Kho Quet \u2013 A Rustic and Unforgettable Taste of Home at Nghe Restaurant<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"3\">In the hustle and bustle of modern life, where dining tables are often dominated by protein-heavy, greasy, and deep-fried dishes, people tend to seek out the most original, wholesome values. Understanding this mindset, the side vegetable menu at <a href=\"https:\/\/nhahangnghe.vn\/en\/\">Ngh\u1ec7 Vietnamese Restaurant<\/a> always holds a special place in its heart for dishes rich with the soul of the Mekong Delta countryside.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"4\">Foremost among them is 'Rau cu luoc kho quet' (boiled vegetables with caramelized fish sauce dip). This is not merely a dish to cleanse the palate, but a deeply nostalgic culinary experience. The vibrant green platter of boiled seasonal vegetables, dipped into a thick, rustic claypot of caramelized fish sauce rich with dried shrimp and crispy pork fat\u2014crafted by the skillful hands of Ngh\u1ec7 Restaurant's chefs\u2014will bring a sense of peace, awakening childhood memories in the heart of every guest far from home<\/p>\n<h3 data-path-to-node=\"5\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dia_Rau_Cu_Theo_Mua_Xanh_Muot_Tinh_Tuy_Tu_Nhung_Mien_Que\"><\/span>Fresh, Vibrant Seasonal Vegetable Platter \u2013 The Essence of the Countryside<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"6\">he beauty of this dish at Ngh\u1ec7 Restaurant begins with the pure simplicity of the boiled vegetable platter. Unbound by a fixed recipe, the selection of vegetables is flexibly rotated with the seasons\u2014offering whatever is freshest at the time\u2014to ensure peak flavor and nutritional value. Upon visiting the restaurant, guests will be served a generous platter of vibrant greens, featuring sweet gourd, tender baby okra, fresh broccoli, naturally sweet carrots, and especially refreshing wild and countryside herbs brought in from the rural regions of Central Vietnam.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"7\">Although it appears to be a simple boiled dish, keeping the vibrant green color and the natural, crisp sweetness of each vegetable is a true art. The chefs at Ngh\u1ec7 Restaurant must be extremely strict when balancing the cooking time and water temperature. Each vegetable has its own structure and cooking time: carrots and sweet gourd go in first, followed by broccoli and okra, while wild herbs only need a quick blanch in the bubbling boiling water.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"8\">The chef's secret is that immediately after being taken out, the vegetables are quickly plunged into a bowl of pure ice water. This process helps lock in their natural color and fully preserves their crisp, clean sweetness without making them mushy, delivering a delightfully crunchy and juicy sensation when savored.<\/p>\n<h3 data-path-to-node=\"9\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"To_Kho_Quet_Sen_Set_Dinh_Cao_Ket_Tinh_Tu_Gia_Vi_Truyen_Thong\"><\/span>The Ultimate Thick, Rich Caramelized Fish Sauce Dip \u2013 Crystallized from Traditional Spices<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"10\">N\u1ebfu \u0111\u0129a rau c\u1ee7 lu\u1ed9c \u0111\u1ea1i di\u1ec7n cho ph\u1ea7n thanh tao, d\u1ecbu m\u00e1t th\u00ec t\u1ed9 kho qu\u1eb9t ch\u00ednh l\u00e0 linh h\u1ed3n, l\u00e0 n\u00e9t \u0111\u1eadm \u0111\u00e0 gi\u1eef ch\u00e2n th\u1ef1c kh\u00e1ch. Kho qu\u1eb9t c\u1ee7a ng\u01b0\u1eddi mi\u1ec1n Trung n\u00f3i chung v\u00e0 ng\u01b0\u1eddi Hu\u1ebf n\u00f3i ri\u00eang c\u00f3 s\u1ef1 bi\u1ebfn t\u1ea5u \u0111\u1ea7y tinh t\u1ebf, kh\u00f4ng qu\u00e1 ng\u1ecdt nh\u01b0 mi\u1ec1n Nam nh\u01b0ng l\u1ea1i c\u00f3 \u0111\u1ed9 \u0111\u1eadm \u0111\u1eb7c v\u00e0 v\u1ecb cay \u1ea5m n\u1ed3ng n\u00e0n \u0111\u1eb7c tr\u01b0ng.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"11\">To create an authentic claypot of caramelized fish sauce (kho quet), the chefs at Ngh\u1ec7 Restaurant must prepare the ingredients with meticulous care. The crispy pork fat (top mo) must be rendered from fresh pork neck fat, cooked evenly over a steady flame until it turns a straw-gold color\u2014crunchy on the outside yet retaining its rich, savory bite within. The dried shrimp used are small 'tom dat' (mud shrimp) that have been thoroughly sun-dried, yielding a chewy, sweet, and fragrant meat.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"12\">The cooking process is carried out entirely in small claypots to retain the heat for a long time. The chef saut\u00e9s minced shallots and garlic in the freshly rendered pork fat until fragrant, then tosses in the dried shrimp and crispy pork fat, stirring until firm.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"13\">Next, premium anchovy fish sauce mixed with palm sugar in a golden ratio is poured into the claypot. The heat is turned down to a low simmer, letting the caramelized sauce bubble and boil gently until it thickens into a rich, sticky glaze, beautifully coating each piece of dried shrimp and glistening, amber-colored crispy pork fat. The dish is perfected with a handful of crushed green peppercorns, finely ground rustic pepper, and a few slices of fiery bird's eye chili to fully awaken the senses.<\/p>\n<h3 data-path-to-node=\"14\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Su_Hoa_Quyen_Hoan_Hao_Cua_Huong_Vi_Dong_Que\"><\/span>The Perfect Blend of Rustic Flavors<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"15\">When served at Ngh\u1ec7 Restaurant, the dish is always a harmonious masterpiece of both color and flavor. The colorful platter of boiled vegetables is neatly arranged next to the sizzling, steaming claypot of caramelized fish sauce, releasing a fragrant aroma of fish sauce, garlic, and shallots blended with the warm, spicy notes of pepper.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"16\">The way to enjoy this dish also offers its own unique pleasure. You pick up a piece of boiled sweet gourd or a refreshing wild herb stem, dip it deeply into the thick caramelized fish sauce, skillfully scooping up a dried shrimp and a small piece of crispy pork fat, and pop it into your mouth.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"17\">Instantly, your taste buds will explode with an extraordinarily harmonious contrast: the crisp, refreshing sweetness of the vegetables blends with the rich, savory-sweet finish of the caramelized fish sauce, the crispy, decadent crunch of pork fat, and the savory chew of dried shrimp, all laced with the warming, tingling heat of pepper and chili. It all comes together in a bold, appetizing harmony that keeps you reaching for more. This dish is not only perfect for dipping vegetables but is also an absolute masterpiece when paired with a layer of crispy scorched rice (c\u01a1m ch\u00e1y) or a bowl of fragrant, sticky white rice.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"18\">Boiled vegetables with caramelized fish sauce at Ngh\u1ec7 Restaurant is not merely an item on the menu, but a bridge connecting diners with beautiful traditional values, bringing a perfect balance to your feast. If you are looking for a <b data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"226\">Hue restaurant<\/b> to discover this unique and utterly addictive flavor for yourself, come to Ngh\u1ec7 Restaurant right away! Reserve your table at <a href=\"https:\/\/nhahangnghe.vn\/en\/#dat-ban\">here<\/a><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Rau C\u1ee7 Lu\u1ed9c Kho Qu\u1eb9t &#8211; H\u01b0\u01a1ng V\u1ecb \u0110\u1ed3ng Qu\u00ea Gi\u1ea3n D\u1ecb M\u00e0 G\u00e2y Th\u01b0\u01a1ng Nh\u1edb Trong d\u00f2ng ch\u1ea3y h\u1ed1i h\u1ea3 c\u1ee7a cu\u1ed9c s\u1ed1ng hi\u1ec7n \u0111\u1ea1i, khi b\u00e0n ti\u1ec7c c\u1ee7a th\u1ef1c kh\u00e1ch \u0111\u00e3 qu\u00e1 quen thu\u1ed9c v\u1edbi nh\u1eefng m\u00f3n \u0103n gi\u00e0u \u0111\u1ea1m, nh\u1eefng m\u00f3n chi\u00ean x\u00e0o nhi\u1ec1u d\u1ea7u m\u1ee1, ng\u01b0\u1eddi ta l\u1ea1i c\u00f3 xu h\u01b0\u1edbng &#8230;<\/p>","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":1130,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[1,15,6],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-1016","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-thuc-don","category-ban-chay-nhat","category-rau"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/nhahangnghe.vn\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1016","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/nhahangnghe.vn\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/nhahangnghe.vn\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/nhahangnghe.vn\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/nhahangnghe.vn\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1016"}],"version-history":[{"count":6,"href":"https:\/\/nhahangnghe.vn\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1016\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1340,"href":"https:\/\/nhahangnghe.vn\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1016\/revisions\/1340"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/nhahangnghe.vn\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1130"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/nhahangnghe.vn\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1016"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/nhahangnghe.vn\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1016"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/nhahangnghe.vn\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1016"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}