Vietnam is known for its vibrant and delicious cuisine.
Here are five must-try dishes to try when you visit Vietnam.
1. Pho (Vietnamese Noodle Soup): This signature dish is a must-try. Pho consists of a flavorful broth, rice noodles, and usually beef (phở bò) or chicken (phở gà ). It is often garnished with fresh herbs, lime, bean sprouts, and chillies.
2. Banh Mi (Vietnamese Sandwich): This French-Vietnamese fusion dish consists of a flaky baguette stuffed with a variety of ingredients, including grilled meat (often pork or chicken), pickled vegetables, coriander, cucumber and chillies.
3. Bun Cha: A Hanoi specialty, Bun Cha is a grilled pork dish served with rice noodles and dipping sauce. It is usually combined with fresh herbs and salads to make a light but tasty meal.
4. Goi Cuong (Vietnamese Spring Rolls): These fresh, non-fried spring rolls are stuffed with shrimp, pork, fresh herbs, rice noodles and lettuce and wrapped in soft rice paper. They are often served with a hoisin-based dipping sauce.
5. Com Tam (Broken Rice): Broken rice served with grilled pork (often with a fried egg on top) and pickled vegetables. It is a simple but tasty and hearty meal, usually eaten as lunch.
