Top 10 Vietnamese Foods to Try

Pho

This renowned noodle soup is a fragrant combination of beef or chicken broth, soft rice noodles, thinly sliced meat, and fresh herbs such as basil and cilantro.

Banh Mi

A crispy French baguette stuffed with savory meats including ham, pate, and cold cuts, complemented with pickled veggies, fresh cilantro, and a hint of chile.

Goi Cuon (Spring Rolls)

These fresh spring rolls are constructed from rice paper and packed with shrimp, pork, vermicelli noodles, and fresh herbs.

Bun Cha

Bun Cha is composed out of savory grilled pork patties and slices, served with rice noodles, fresh herbs, and a dipping sauce comprised of fish sauce, vinegar, and sugar. I

Com Tam (Broken Rice)

Com Tam, or broken rice, is traditionally served with grilled pork, a fried egg, pickled vegetables, and a side of sweet fish sauce.

Ca Kho To (Caramelized Fish in Clay Pot)

This Southern Vietnamese dish features fish, often catfish, caramelized in a clay pot with fish sauce, sugar, and spices.

Banh Xeo

Banh Xeo is a crispy, golden pancake made from rice flour, turmeric, and coconut milk, filled with shrimp, pork, and bean sprouts.

Cha Ca

Cha Ca is a flavorful dish from Hanoi, featuring grilled fish marinated in turmeric and served with dill, rice noodles, peanuts, and fresh herbs.

Che

Che is a versatile Vietnamese dessert that can be served hot or cold. It’s made from various ingredients like beans, coconut milk, tapioca, and fruits.