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Vietnamese street food is distinctive and delicious. The flavours are influenced by the Asian principle of five elements: sour (wood), bitter (fire), sweet (earth), spicy (metal) and salty (water), with each dish reflecting one or more of these elements. What’s more, it’s believed to be some of the healthiest food in the world due to fresh ingredients, minimal use of dairy and oil and being naturally gluten-free as many dishes are made with rice noodles\/paper.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But what to order? That’s where we come in. From a hearty bowl of ph\u1edf to deep-fried b\u00e1nh g\u1ed1i, read on for the 11 best Vietnamese street food dishes to try when visiting Vietnam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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If you take a few precautions and trust your intuition, eating Vietnamese street food is generally safe \u2013 and a fun way to experience all that this wonderful country (and cuisine) has to offer. As a general rule, the busier a street food stall is then the less likely you are to experience any problems from the food, as a higher turnover means food is fresher and won’t have been sitting out. Stalls that are busy with locals are a good choice. Avoid raw or undercooked meat or seafood, wash your hands before eating, and drink bottled water or water you’re sure has been filtered. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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1. Ph\u1edf<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

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Probably the most famous Vietnamese street food dish, ph\u1edf (pronounced as “fuh”), is a heart-warming broth consisting of rice noodles, herbs and meat, either chicken (ph\u1edf g\u00e0) or beef (ph\u1edf p\u00f2). You’ll find it all over Vietnam. The dish was then popularised throughout the world by refugees after the Vietnam War. The Hanoi style of ph\u1edf differs to Ho Chi Minh in the south, and you’ll also find differing noodle sizes, herb varieties and sweeter or saltier broths all across the country. Grab a seat at a ph\u1edf stand, order like a local and don’t hold back on the slurping.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. B\u00fan Ch\u1ea3<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Another one of our favourite Vietnamese street food dishes is b\u00fan ch\u1ea3. This dish is a popular lunch order for busy workers in the country’s capital. You’ll notice smoke rising at 11 am as street food vendors start grilling delicious slices of marinated pork belly. B\u00fan ch\u1ea3 typically consists of crispy grilled fatty pork (ch\u1ea3) over a plate of white rice noodle (b\u00fan) sprinkled with herbs and a side dish of dipping sauce. Sometimes it comes with a side of tasty fried crab spring rolls (nem cua be). Still not convinced? It’s one of Obama’s favourites<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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3. Nem R\u00e1n or Ch\u1ea3 gi\u00f2<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Costing about 43 cents each, this tasty street side snack is cheap and oh so delicious. Nem r\u00e1n are made using ground meat (usually pork), mushrooms, noodles, and diced vegetables such as carrots, kohlrabi and jicama. The ingredients are rolled up in a sheet of moist rice paper which is then deep fried until it turns crispy and golden brown. Recipes vary across the country but they’re often served with a spicy dipping sauce. Officially the most moreish snack in Vietnam, it’s impossible to have just one!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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4. B\u00fan B\u00f2 Nam B\u1ed9<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

B\u00fan b\u00f2 nam b\u1ed9 is a light and refreshing dish that originated in the south (the name means ‘beef noodles of the southern region’). It’s typically made using fine rice noodles (the b\u00fan), which are piled on top of a bed of fresh lettuce and topped with beef (the b\u00f2), bean sprouts, onions and herbs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. B\u00e1nh Tr\u00e1ng N\u01b0\u1edbng<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

B\u00e1nh tr\u00e1ng n\u01b0\u1edbng are large round rice crackers, which are added into the vermicelli noodle dishes like cao l\u1ea7u and m\u00ec qu\u1ea3ng. Recently, the dish has been given an Italian twist and has become known as “Vietnamese pizza” or “Dalat Pizza”. It’s particularly popular in Dalat (hence the name). Take your pick from a wide variety of toppings including egg, ground pork, dried shrimp or scallion oil, hot chili sauce and mayo. Not exactly your usual pizza, but certainly just as tasty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

RELATED CONTENT:<\/strong> Dining with strangers: How food brings people together from every walk of life<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. X\u00f4i<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

X\u00f4i is a savoury or sweet rice but unlike like the curry accompaniment, is a meal in its own right. A popular “grab and go” breakfast for busy locals, this Vietnamese snack is loved nationwide. The glutinous staple comes with a variety of add-ins including fried chicken and pork or preserved eggs, and not forgetting a scattering of dried shallots on top.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. B\u00e1nh Mi<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

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Another classic Vietnamese street food is b\u00e1nh mi (meaning ‘bread’). Extremely popular with locals and tourists alike, b\u00e1nh mi is an extraordinary sandwich. Typically consisting of ch\u1ea3 l\u1ee5a (pork sausage), coriander leaf, cucumber, pickled carrots, pickled daikon and condiments from French cuisine such as p\u00e2t\u00e9, along with chili and mayonnaise. Originating in the mid-19th century, the baguette was introduced to Vietnam during French Colonialism. However, the Vietnamese made it their own in the 1950s, when a distinctly Vietnamese style of sandwich was developed in Saigon (Ho Chi Minh) and became known as b\u00e1nh m\u00ec S\u00e0i G\u00f2n (‘Saigon sandwich’).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Top tip:<\/strong> for the best b\u00e1nh mi in Ho Chi Minh, head to Banh Mi Huynh Hoa – they don’t hold back on the fillings!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. B\u00e1nh G\u1ed1i<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This tasty little treat is on the more indulgent end of the scale. B\u00e1nh g\u1ed1i (or ‘pillow cake’) is pastry stuffed with mushrooms, glass noodles, minced pork and various seasonings, folded and deep-fried. What’s not to love?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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9. Ph\u1edf Cu\u1ed1n<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Not to be confused with the famous noodle soup (see number one), ph\u1edf cu\u1ed1n (also known as g\u1ecfi cu\u1ed1n), means rolled pho. The word ‘cu\u1ed1n’ refers to the fresh rice paper sheets which are used to roll meat, seafood or prawns, vegetables and fresh herbs, making a sort of fresh spring roll. Ph\u1edf cu\u1ed1n is often served as a snack or an appetiser, and is especially popular in the summer. Allegedly, the dish was invented when a street vendor from Hanoi ran out of broth for his pho!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. B\u00e1nh Xeo<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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B\u00e1nh xeo is a regional speciality from Hoi An, a city on Vietnam\u2019s central coast. Made using rice flour batter and a beaten egg, b\u00e1nh xeo are like crispy, stuffed rice pancakes. The outside is similar to a taco shell with tumeric added for colour. The filling is a mix of shrimp, pork and bean sprouts. The word ‘x\u00e8o’ means sizzle, which refers to the loud sound the rice batter makes when it is poured onto the hot skillet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

11. B\u00e1nh Cu\u1ed1n<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Last but by no means least is b\u00e1nh cu\u1ed1n, one of the most delicious Vietnamese street food dishes. Originating from Hanoi and northern Vietnam, b\u00e1nh cu\u1ed1n is made from a thin, steamed rice batter. The slightly fermented rice batter is steamed on a cloth that is stretched over a pot of boiling water. It’s then filled with a mixture of cooked seasoned ground pork, minced mushrooms and shallots. It’s a light and tasty dish generally eaten for breakfast everywhere in Vietnam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Top tip:<\/strong> for the best b\u00e1nh cu\u1ed1n in Vietnam head to Quan An Ngon Restaurant in Hanoi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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12. Vietnamese Coffee<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Not strictly a ‘food’ as such, but an essential addition to this list is Vietnamese coffee. It’s stronger and sweeter than your average brew, made with Robusta coffee beans and sweetened with condensed milk. It’s brewed using a phin filter, and is especially delicious served ice (called Ca Phe Sua Da) to beat the heat. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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13. Bun Bo Hue<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Bun Bo Hue (pronounced Hu-way) is a beef noodle soup from (and named after) the central Imperial city of Hue. Spicy and packed with flavor, it’s a dish where you’ll find plenty of classic Vietnamese aromatics featuring rice vermicelli noodles in a broth made with lemongrass, beef bones and fermented shrimp paste, topped with meat (typically slices of beef brisket or pork) and garnished with fresh vegetables like bean sprouts, banana flowers and morning glory. A generous splash of chilli oil or fresh chillies gives it a distinctive fiery kick, while a squeeze of lime keeps it fresh.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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14. C\u01a1m G\u00e0 (chicken and rice)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

C\u01a1m G\u00e0 takes a simple duo of chicken and rice, but makes it much more than the sum of its parts. A Vietnamese street food dish from Hoi An, turmeric-infused shredded chicken is the core ingredient, paired with rice cooked in chicken bone broth. Served with an extra side of the chicken broth and a garnish of fresh herbs, scallions, and crispy shallots, you can make this as fragrant as you like by adding more of these extras.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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15. Goi Cuon (spring rolls)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A Vietnamese classic you’ve likely already tried outside of the country, Goi Cuon are Vietnamese spring rolls that come either fried or fresh (when not fried, they’re often called summer rolls). Inside you’ll traditionally find shrimp, herbs, pork, rice vermicelli noodles, and sometimes crispy onions \u2013 all wrapped up in rice paper and served with sweet chilli or peanut dipping sauce.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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16. M\u00ec Qu\u1ea3ng<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

From the central Qu\u1ea3ng Nam province of Vietnam, M\u00ec Qu\u1ea3ng is made with wide, chewy rice noodles, swimming in a golden turmeric broth with a mix of shrimp, pork and sometimes even quail eggs. A super fresh garnish of fresh herbs, roasted peanuts, rice crackers and lime make this a multi-sensory delight of a dish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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17. Rau Mu\u1ed1ng (Morning Glory)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After something a little more green? Morning glory is one of the most common vegetables you’ll find across Vietnam, perfect as a snack or side dish. Also known as water spinach, these tender stems are stir fried with garlic, soy and chilli for a fresh and crunchy dish that’ll have you upping your vegetable intake in no time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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18. B\u1ed9t Chi\u00ean<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A staple of Ho Chi Minch street food, B\u1ed9t Chi\u00ean is a fried rice flour cake. Chewy, crunchy cubes of rice flour cake are stir fried and seasoned with a sweet and salty soy-based sauce. The little cakes are often paired with eggs, pickled vegetables, fresh herbs and scallions. The perfect dish if you need something substantial.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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19. Banh Bao<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Similar to Chinese steamed buns, Vietnam also has its own version of bao \u2013 but here they’re commonly eaten for breakfast, filled with minced pork, sausage, mushrooms and even sometimes a hard-boiled quail egg. The trusty combination of soy sauce, oyster sauce and spices keeps it flavorful. You can find these tasty bundles at street food stalls or in bakeries \u2013 ideal if you’re on the go.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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20. G\u1ecfi \u0110u \u0110\u1ee7 (Papaya Salad)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

While papaya salad is commonplace in Thailand, the Vietnamese version is distinctly different. In Vietnam, unripe (or green) papaya is shredded alongside carrots, Vietnamese herbs, peanuts and sometimes a slice of beef jerky. The super fresh dressing is made up of fish sauce, lime and chilli for a spicy kick, making it a delicious balance of sweet, sour and savory. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Which of our Vietnamese street food dishes would you choose? Or have you already tried one before? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below. If you’re thinking about visiting Vietnam then check out Trafalgar’s range of Vietnam trips<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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