What to eat when traveling to Mang Den?

1. Co Sinh's Grilled Chicken and Sticky Rice Restaurant

At the top of the list of must-try dishes when visiting Mang Den is definitely grilled chicken. One of the famous restaurants specializing in this signature dish of Kon Tum cuisine that you should experience is Co Sinh's Grilled Chicken with Bamboo Rice restaurant.

What makes Măng Đen grilled chicken unique is its marinade. The chicken is marinated with a variety of roots, leaves, honey, and forest herbs, giving it a special aroma when grilled. The chicken used is a local breed with firm meat. When grilled properly, the skin becomes golden and crispy, while the inside remains moist and very tender.

When paired with grilled chicken, perhaps nothing is more suitable than delicious sticky rice cooked in bamboo tubes. Sticky rice, made from glutinous rice, is chewy, flavorful, and has a distinctive aroma from the young bamboo. While sticky rice is often served with grilled dishes, dipping it in sesame salt alone can also win over the taste buds of many tourists.

They also offer wild vegetables, salads, and roasted pork skewers. The roasted pork skewers here are unique; they're not overly seasoned, but you can taste the difference. The meat is sliced ​​just right, with an even ratio of fat and lean meat, and the meat is tender and sweet. During peak hours, the restaurant is very crowded and often full, so you should book a table in advance to avoid a long wait.

Address: Co Sinh's Grilled Chicken with Bamboo Rice, National Highway 24, Kon Plong District, Kon Tum City

Opening hours: 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM daily.

2. A culinary paradise - T'Măng Deeng market

If you're wondering where to go for the most diverse culinary experience, T'Măng Deeng market is the perfect suggestion. Located on a pine-covered hill along Hung Vuong road, T'Măng Deeng market brings together countless local products and many delicious dishes characteristic of Kon Plông district, following the traditional longhouse model of 9 communes and 1 town.

Here you'll find many stalls selling mainly fresh agricultural products and food. Don't forget to try the grilled skewers marinated with mắc khén seeds in Kon Chênh village, and the traditional buffalo horn-shaped cakes of the Mơ Nâm people...

In particular, at the stalls in Dak Ring commune, they serve traditional village rice dishes served on platters with many choices. You can contact the Mang Den Communications Department to register for a tour experiencing local culture and cuisine with many attractive activities and delicious food.

Address: Pine Hill, Hung Vuong Street, Mang Den Town

Opening hours: 2:00 PM Friday - 3:00 PM Sunday every week

3. Mang Den Inn

In the cool, crisp air of the Central Highlands, there's nothing quite like a hot pot meal enjoyed with family and friends. Mang Den's szechuan pepper hot pot is a unique blend of delicious, nutritious ingredients and flavors. Typically, it's served in a two-compartment pot to separate the spicy and refreshing broths.

The highlight of Sichuan pepper hot pot is the distinctive flavor of the fragrant Sichuan peppercorns, which create a warm, spicy taste in the broth. Although the broth has a little oil, it's not greasy and is incredibly delicious. The other compartment contains a refreshing broth with a sweet flavor from the bone stock, combined with various herbs and vegetables.

Mang Den's szechuan pepper hot pot is typically served with cinnamon pork sausage, red snapper, shrimp, chicken or beef, along with mushrooms and various green vegetables grown in Mang Den. Besides the hot pot, visitors can also order additional dishes such as shredded chicken, spring rolls, and french fries.

Address: Mang Den Guesthouse, 55 Ngo Quyen Street, Dak Long Commune, Kon Plong District, Kon Tum Province

Opening hours: 11:00 – 14:30, 17:00 – 20:30

Article by: Bi Le