Every traveler likes to try out the local delicacies and popular eateries. When it comes to fulfilling the foodie inside you, there is no end to what all you can try. For all the gastronomes out there, Vietnam has some mouth-watering dishes in store.

From the savory indulgence of spices to the fresh essence of herbs, you are likely to find them all in Vietnam. All you need to do is pack your bags and plan a trip to the capital of natural landscapes. Along with delicious delicacies, you get to explore the attractions like Halong bay and Sapa countryside.

 

Here are the top 9 things to eat in Vietnam

1. Banh Mi

Here is a part French and part Vietnamese dish that will leave you craving for more. The delicious sandwich is perfect to satiate your tummy when you’re short of time. It consists of some nutritional ingredients like pickles, soy sauce, chilies, and mouth-watering spices.

The sellers in the southern part of the country offer diverse varieties containing meat fillings, pork essence, and boiled sausages. You can try out the multiple fillings, namely Heo quay, Thit Luong, and Cha Lua.

You can find the Vietnamese sandwich dish almost everywhere on the road as it’s a popular street food variety.

Make sure to grab some drink pairings like Saigon sunset that compliments the savory essence of the dish. You might go for other cocktails like Lychee mojito or Barbera wine for an eloquent taste.

 

2. Pho

If you’re fond of fettuccine-like noodles, make sure to try out tVietnam’ssignature dish. Pho comes with multiple flavors, reflects an attractive aroma, and alluring taste and submerges in a tasty soup containing cooked meat, chili sauce, fermented fish, and herbs to spice up the taste.

You can grab your bowl to enjoy the nutritional aid of sprouts topped with some lime and onions. The delicacy also comes in other stuffings like beef, pork, and cartilages. All you need to do is find the right road-side stall that offers the desired stuffings.

However, most of the street vendors offer popular pho varieties like Pho Ga and Pho Bo.

No delicacy is complete without a refreshing beverage that compliments the spicy indulgence of the food. A glass of rose wine works best with almost every variety of Pho. Make sure to grab your bowl of Pho first thing in the morning to transform the beginning into an enchanting one.

3. Cà Phê Trứng (Egg Coffee)

Invented in the premises of Hanoi, this beverage cum desert is the solution to your caffeine cravings. The cafe owners at Hanoi prepare the desert using eff yolks, condensed milk, and commendable coffee flavors. You can enjoy the coffee either hot or chilled according to the preferences.

The beverage also comes in other diverse varieties like rum, green beans, chocolate, and liquor. However, nothing matches the indulgence of classic egg coffee paired with some coconut cookies or muffins.

You must try the caffeinated beverages right in the morning to allure your taste buds. It also allows you to start your day on an energetic and delightful note. In case you want to explore the place of invention, head straight to the cafe Giang in Hanoi.

 

4. Goi Cuon

Here is a dish wrapped in thin rice papers and packed with high levels of essential nutrients.

Goi Cuon is fresh wrapped spring rolls containing some extravagant fillings that reflect nutrition as well as taste. It contains vermicelli noodles, shrimp slices, pork, and lettuce that give off an enchanting appeal.

Along with this, the dish comes with some ground chili sauce and crushed peanut toppings. Locals recommend trying the Goi Cuon variety instead of the fried Cha Gio due to the high nutritional values. Make sure to try out this Saigon street food while exploring the streets of Ben Thanh Market.

You can complete the dish with some refreshing coolers or cocktails from popular restaurants in Vietnam. If you like the white grapes, go for a glass of riesling or pinot blanc for an ecstatic appeal—however, the fruity indulgence of Gruner Veltliner.

 

5. Hải Sản

For those who like to explore the beaches and white sands, Vietnam has some delicious seafood. One of the best seafood options to try in the country is Han San.

The traditional seafood pairs well with a chilled glass of beer and offers a savory taste. It contains many varieties like shrimps, oysters, sea snails, and geoducks.

You get to choose the style of seafood as well, ranging from grilling to the hot pot. Once you settle with the variety and style of cooking, go ahead and enjoy the seafood festival.

Although the seafood tastes best with beer, you can try your hands on other drinks as well. Some options to consider are Japanese Yuzu cocktail or sour whiskey that compliments the dish’s spicy taste quite well.

 

6. Mì Quảng

While exploring the landscapes of Vietnam, you are likely to include the Da Nang city in your bucket list. This rice noodle dish is the highlight of Da Nang and appears to be a delicious yet affordable street food option.

You must try the protein-packed dish containing multiple seafood ingredients to allure your buds. It contains pork, chicken, shrimp, quail eggs, and some snails to satiate your stomach.

The street vendors add some beefy broth to enhance the taste as well as nutritional content. You are likely to enjoy your Mì Quảng bowl with some greens and chili sauces. Also, achieve the local appeal by eating your bowl using some chopsticks and fish sauce.

You can enjoy the dish either with chilled cocktails or hot tea and coffee. Go for some Cranberry cocktail or herbal tea while enjoying the bowl of Mì Quảng. In case you don’t get to explore Da nang, you can always try the dish on the streets of Hoi An.

 

7. Banh Xeo

If you’re a fan of the pancakes, then you will surely like the pancake-like delicacy of Vietnam. Banh Xeo is a stuffed pancake prepared using multiple ingredients like turmeric, coconut milk, and flour.

What adds to the taste of the delicacy is the stuffing that boasts both tastes and nutrition. The road-side stalls offer healthy stuffings like vermicelli noodles, shrimps, beef slices, pork, and onions.

On top of this, the pancakes also contain bean sprouts and mushrooms to increase the nutritional value. You might find some sides like rice papers that complement the dish quite well. However, most locals like to wrap their Banh Xeo in a mustard leaf to enhance the dish’s spicy essence.

You must not forget to ask the vendor for some peanut sauce and dip your pancake in it for heavenly flavors. Not only does it improve the taste, but it also replenishes the fat and protein reservoir in your body.

 

8. Cao Lầu

Hoi An is the best place to explore in Vietnam due to vibrant streets and delicious delicacies. You can find the best street-food in the country filled with high levels of protein here.

It contains some mouth-watering fillings like crunchy noodles and croutons. Street vendors often add some fresh herbs and pork to improve the taste and aroma.

Once you try out the Banh Mi and other pancake dishes, go ahead and delight your tummy with Cao Lầu. The delicacy tastes best with drinks that pair along. You can look for some beer or wine varieties to make the most of this delicacy.

Make sure to explore the multiple food options available in the city. Also, don’t miss out on the street delicacies as it forms the highlights of Vietnamese food culture.

 

9. Com Tam

Here’s yet another rich dish paired with fresh veggies and spices to fulfill your stomach like never before. You can also find some eggs, green onions, and meat varieties according to your choices.

Locals recommend eating the dish as a breakfast meal, but there’s no hard and fast rule. You can eat the delicacy any time of the day and satiate your tummy as well as mind.

Some Com Tam varieties available in the market are pork and egg patties. Along with this, you might try other ingredients lie cucumbers and Vietnamese dipping sauce for better taste and appeal.

 

Bottom Line of 9 Tasty Meals in Vietnam

Foodies wish to try out multiple cuisines and local delicacies belonging to different locations. Vietnam is home to numerous varieties of food that satiates the taste buds of every kind of tourist.

However, street food forms the backbone of the food culture in Vietnam.

You must try the local street vendors and foods offered by them. Some options to choose from are:

• Banh Mi
• Banh Xeo
• Egg coffee
• Com Tam.

You might also eat other delicacies like Mi Quang and Cao Lau to appetize your stomach faster.

From light and easily digestible to heavy and appetizing, Vietnam has all kinds of food for you. Head out and explore the natural landscapes as well as foods of Vietnam right away. Also, don’t forget to grab the preservable delicacies and recreate these tasty Vietnamese meals at home.

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Happy and safe travels,

Ben – Horizon Unknown