Before we eat in Vietnam, we say “Chúc ngon miêng!” — which means “enjoy your meal” (though of course you will).
While pho and bánh mì are still popular in the West, the full range of Vietnamese cuisine is a symphony of delightfully textured, bright, and piquant flavors.
Vietnamese people adore their food, and chefs make the most of each region’s abundant produce and unique ingredients to create delectable dishes. Northern food is known for its simplicity; central Vietnamese dishes are generous in spice and quantity, and southerners like to add sugar.
Explore our subjective listing of eight dishes must try in Vietnam
Phở
Phở is a traditional Vietnamese dish. The term oho denotes the type of noodle used in the recipe. The key to a good bowl of Phở is in the stock. To add a natural sweetness to the mix, the broth is usually infused with fragrant star anise, clove, and cinnamon. Unbeknownst to outsiders, this dish can be found on almost every street corner and is actually eaten for breakfast.
Bánh mì
Baguettes may have been influenced by the French, but bánh mì is authentically Vietnamese. Paté and margarine are quickly spread across the soft, chewy interior of a baguette, followed by pickled vegetables, fresh cilantro, pork belly, pork floss, and cucumber. Sink your teeth into the crunchy crust and watch as the warm roll transforms into a kaleidoscope of textures.
Cơm Tấm
While it can be prepared in a variety of ways, the most common is cơm tấm sườn nướng ốp la. A fried egg is served alongside a caramelized grilled pork chop on a bed of broken rice. The dish is then slathered with nước chấm, a chilli, fish sauce, and sugar mixture, and drizzled with green onion oil. A garnish of shredded pickled carrots and daikon, cucumber, and tomato slices, and crushed fried pork rinds and shallots completes the dish.
Bún bò huế
bún bò huế is a mighty demonstration of both beauty and taste, representing the legendary royal cuisine of Hue.
Cao lầu
Cao lầu a dish unique to Hoi An, is unrivalled. This sensuous bowl of noodles is a fusion of Japanese, Chinese, and Vietnamese influences, paying homage to the history of the coastal trading port from which it originated. Chinese barbecued pork slices are fanning over Cao lầu noodles.
Cơm Gà
Chicken and rice are a tried-and-true combination. However, in Hội An, this delectable duo is elevated using fresh ingredients from the countryside. To accompany a bowl of turmeric rice, tender chicken strips are shredded and mixed with flavored fish sauce and onions. On the side, pickled shallots, radish, and herbs are served.
Mì Quảng
This light and springy noodle dish from Central Vietnam’s Quang Nam province is street food. The vibrant yellow noodles get their vibrant color from a turmeric-infused broth rich in peanut oil. This “soup” is made with only a ladleful of broth and can be topped with anything from shrimp and chicken to pork belly and snakehead fish.
Chè
Chè is a sweet dessert that can be served hot or cold in the form of a pudding or dessert soup. Cold chè is a dessert made with jellied ingredients and tropical fruits like bananas, mangoes, and longan that is usually topped with coconut cream.
We hope that all those information will give you the appetite. Try them and leave us your feedback on the best Vietnamese cuisine restaurants that feature those dishes.
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