Muoi ot Tay Ninh (Tay Ninh chili salt)
Muoi ot Tay Ninh is a famous spicy-salty condiment made from fresh chilies, salt, garlic, and sometimes shrimp powder. It’s the soul of many snacks and rolls in the region.
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It’s commonly eaten with fruits like green mango, guava, or star fruit for an addictively spicy-tangy combo.
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Some versions add roasted shrimp or lemongrass to deepen the umami flavor.
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This chili salt is so iconic that it’s widely bought as a souvenir from Tay Ninh.
Recommended spots:
– Muoi Ot Di Ba, 74 Nguyen Van Ranh, Tay Ninh City
– Muoi Hong Chau, 45 Cach Mang Thang Tam, Tay Ninh
– Cho Tay Ninh Market, Pham Van Dong Street
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