Craft villages

Together with lồng nhãn (labelled lychee), Bần Yên Nhân sauce is a renowned specialty presented to kings in the province of Hưng Yên. It is one of the finest sauces in Vietnam. Nowadays, Bần village sauce has become a familiar condiment for people from all corners of the country. While planning a trip to Hanoi, alongside sightseeing and entertainment, you may also consider visiting ancient villages, traditional craft villages in the suburbs, and neighboring provinces. Among them, do not miss the chance to admire the peaceful beauty of Bần Yên Nhân sauce village (Hưng Yên) and learn about this famous specialty dish offered to kings. Introduction to the soybean sauce village of Ban Yen Nhan For travelers looking to explore the craft villages in Hanoi, a visit to the soybean sauce village of Ban Yen Nhan, located 25km from the capital city, offers a unique opportunity to immerse in the rural atmosphere of Northern Vietnam and discover the renowned specialty of Ban Yen soybean sauce. What is Ban Yen Nhan? Ban Yen Nhan is a town in My Hao district, Hung Yen province famous for its soybean sauce making industry. The tradition of producing soybean sauce here dates back many generations, known for its delicious and rich flavor. Ban Yen Hung Yen soybean sauce is highly regarded by culinary enthusiasts as one of the most famous regional specialties in the Northern part of Vietnam. "Tương Bần Yên Nhân is a common dipping sauce among the Vietnamese people The historical origins of the famous Bần Hưng Yên soy sauce The tradition of making Bần Hưng Yên soy sauce dates back to the 19th century. During soy sauce season in Bần village, every household would produce several large jars of soy sauce to use throughout the year. The rich and savory flavor of Bần Yên Nhân soy sauce is unforgettable, enticing anyone who tries it to crave for more. With its reputation spreading far and wide, Bần Yên Nhân soy sauce became a beloved condiment and a specialty of Hung Yen province at that time. Bần Yên Nhân soy sauce officially entered the commercial market in the 20th century, when National Highway 5 connecting Hanoi to Hai Phong was expanded. In the present day, very few households in Ban Yen Nhan are still manually producing soy sauce at home, as modern technology-driven soy sauce production facilities have taken over. This new method allows for fast production, ensuring food safety and hygiene standards, and facilitating distribution to provinces and cities nationwide, as well as for export. As of 2022, the Ban Yen Nhan Soy Sauce Craftsmen Association boasts 17 household members, with 5 members operating large-scale soy sauce production facilities that yield thousands of liters annually. The total annual soy sauce production output in Ban Yen Nhan has now exceeded 2 million liters. The process of making Tương Bần Yên Nhân A traditional delicacy loved by ancient Vietnamese kings, involves key ingredients such as fermented soybeans (also known as tofu, or soybeans). The…