Vietnamese Cuisine

I started this blog with a simple wish: to share the food I grew up with and the flavors that remind me of home. Vietnamese cooking isn’t just about recipes—it’s about the stories behind them, the family meals, and the little traditions that make each dish special.

You’ll find a mix here: some modern twists, some street food gems, but mostly the kind of authentic dishes you’d taste if you were sitting at a family table in Vietnam. From the North to the Central coast and down to the South, every region has its own way of cooking, and I want to bring you along on that journey.

Main Dishes & Side Dishes

With Pork

A platter of Hanoi spring rolls, showcasing their crispy golden exterior and flavorful filling, served with a side of dipping sauce
Nem Rán
(Hanoi Fried Spring Rolls)
A plate of Bun Dau Mam Tom
Bún Đậu Mắm Tôm
(Hanoi’s iconic street food)
Thit Kho Tau (Northern-style Vietnamese Caramelized Pork & Eggs)
Thịt Kho Tàu
(Northern Vietnamese Braised Pork Belly & Eggs)
A mouthwatering plate of Com Suon Nuong, also known as Vietnamese Lemongrass Pork Chops. The grilled pork chops are beautifully charred, tender, and full of aromatic lemongrass flavors. Served with steamed rice, this traditional Vietnamese dish is a true delight for the senses.
Sườn Nướng Sả
(Vietnamese Lemongrass Pork Chops)
Delicious and refreshing Gỏi Cuốn - Vietnamese fresh spring rolls filled with succulent shrimp, tender slices of pork belly, crisp lettuce, rice vermicelli, and fragrant fresh herbs. Wrapped in translucent rice paper, these vibrant rolls are served with a tantalizing dipping sauce.
Gỏi Cuốn
(Vietnamese Fresh Spring Rolls)
Delicious "thit kho tieu": Caramelized pork simmered in a rich sauce infused with black pepper and served with steamed rice. The tender and flavorful pork is garnished with scallions, creating a visually enticing and mouthwatering dish
Thịt Kho Tiêu
(Vietnamese Black Pepper Caramelized Pork)
Delicious Vietnamese Xoi Man - A delectable plate of Vietnamese savory sticky rice adorned with flavorful toppings, a delightful treat from Vietnamese cuisine.
Xôi Mặn
(Vietnamese Savory Sticky Ricce)
Delicious Vietnamese Bo Bia Spring Rolls: Rice paper rolls filled with Chinese sausages, jicama, and carrots - a perfect blend of flavors and textures.
Bò Bía
(Chinese Sausage Spring Rolls)
a bowl of Bun Cha Ha Noi
Bún Chả
(Northern-style Rice Noodles with Grilled Pork)
Delicious Vietnamese Bánh Pate Sô (pork pate chaud), golden-brown pastries filled with savory pork and encased in flaky puff pastry, ready to be enjoyed as a delightful snack or breakfast treat
Bánh Pate Sô
(Vietnamese Meat Pie)
Suon Ram Man (Vietnamese Caramelized Pork Ribs)
Sườn Ram Mặn
(Caramelized Pork Ribs)
Gio Song (Vietnamese Pork Paste)
Giò Sống
(Vietnamese Pork Paste)
Bun Moc (Vietnamese noodle soup with pork balls)
Bún Mọc
(Vietnamese Pork Ball Noodle Soup)
Canh Bún (Vietnamese noodle soup with crab and water spinach)
Canh Bún
(Vietnamese Crab Noodle Soup with Water Spinach)
Chả Lụa (Vietnamese Ham)
Chả Lụa
(Vietnamese Pork Roll)
Banh Cuon (Vietnamese steamed rolls)
Bánh Cuốn
(Vietnamese Steamed Rice Rolls)
Cao Lau noodles
Cao Lầu
(Hội An’s Braised Pork Noodle Bowl)
Sườn Xào Chua Ngọt (Vietnamese sweet & sour pork ribs)
Sườn Xào Chua Ngọt (Northern-style Sweet & Sour Pork Ribs)
Thit Kho Trung (Vietnamese Braised Pork & Eggs in coconu water)
Thịt Kho Trứng
(Vietnamese Braised Pork & Egg with Coconut Water)
Angle shot of crackly-skinned pork belly sitting in foil-lined tray, with crispy bubbles across the surface indicating perfect roasting.
Thịt Heo Quay
(Vietnamese Crispy Pork Belly)

With Beef

Delicious Vietnamese Bun Bo Xao - A flavorful noodle salad dish with tender stir-fried beef, fresh herbs, and rice noodles, topped with peanuts and served with Vietnamese dipping sauce.
Bún Bò Xào
(Vietnamese Beef Noodle Salad)
A bowl of Pho Bo Sot Vang, Vietnamese beef stew infused with red wine and aromatic spices.
Phở Bò Sốt Vang
(Red Wine Beef Stew Pho)
a plate of Pho Xao Gion, a Vietnamese dish featuring crispy fried Pho noodles topped with stir-fried beef and a medley of fresh herbs and vegetables
Phở Áp Chảo
(Crispy Pan-fried Pho Noodles)
Bowl of Hu Tieu Bo Kho: A delicious Vietnamese beef stew served with Hu Tieu noodles, carrots, and onions.
Hủ Tiếu Bò Kho
(Vietnamese Beef Stew with Tapioca Noodles)
Steaming bowl of Pho Sa Tế with flat rice noodles, rich satay broth, and an assortment of fresh toppings
Phở Sa Tế
(Spicy Beef Satay Pho)
Bo Ne (Vietnamese Steak and Eggs)
Bò Né
(Vietnamese Steak & Eggs)
a bowl of Bún Bò Huế (Vietnamese spicy beef noodle soup)
Authentic Bún Bò Huế
(Hue Spicy Beef Noodle Soup)

With Poultry

A plate of Com Ga Roti, featuring perfectly cooked chicken thighs glazed in a savory sauce, served with steamed rice. A delicious Vietnamese culinary delight."
Gà Rô Ti
(Vietnamese Chicken in Coconut Water Sauce)
A delicious plate of Vietnamese Hainanese chicken rice with fragrant rice, tender chicken, and ginger fish sauce, garnished with herbs and served with cucumber and tomato slices
Cơm Gà Hải Nam
(Hainan-Inspired Vietnamese Chicken Rice)
Vietnamese Spicy Lemongrass Chicken (Gà Xào Xả Ớt) – A flavorful and aromatic dish with succulent chicken infused with lemongrass, chili and other spices.
Gà Xào Xả Ớt
(Vietnamese Spicy Lemongrass Chicken)
Vietnamese Phở Trộn
Phở Trộn Gà
(Pho Noodle Salad with Chicken)
Mi Quang (Vietnamese turmeric noodles)
Mì Quảng Gà
(Turmeric Noodle Soup with Chicken)
Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken Noodle Bowl
Bún Gà Nướng
(Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken Noodle Bowl)
Vietnamese Chicken Salad (Gỏi Gà, Gà Bóp)
Gà Bóp Rau Răm
(Chicken Salad with Vietnamese Corianders)
Vietnamese Ginger Chicken 3
Gà Kho Gừng
(Vietnamese Ginger Chicken)
Vietnamese Chicken Curry (Cà Ri Gà)
Cà Ri Gà
(Vietnamese Chicken Curry)

With Eggs

Delicious plate of Bột Chiên, crispy fried rice cakes with eggs and scallions, served with a flavorful dipping sauce
Bánh Bột Chiên
(Fried Rice Cakes with Eggs)
"Image of a Vietnamese-style omelette on a plate, with a golden brown exterior and a fluffy, yellow interior."
Trứng Chiên
(Vietnamese Omelette)
"An image of a Vietnamese rice paper pizza on a white plate, photographed from above. The pizza consists of a thin, round rice paper base topped with a layer of beaten egg, chopped scallions, and creamy Laughing Cow cheese. The pizza is cooked with a small amount of butter and topped with sliced sausages and savory pork floss, creating a delicious combination of textures and flavors. The toppings are evenly distributed across the pizza, creating an appetizing display of colors and textures. The pizza is a unique and tasty fusion of Vietnamese and Western flavors."
Bánh Tráng Nướng
(Vietnamese Rice Paper Pizza)
Măm Chưng
Mắm Chưng
(Vietnamese Steamed Egg With Salted Fish)

With Seafood

Vietnamese fried fish - Cá Chiên
Cá Chiên
(Vietnamese Fried Fish)
Bún Mắm Miền Tây (Vietnamese Fermented Fish Noodle Soup)
Bún Mắm
(Vietnamese Fermented Fish Noodle Soup)
Cá Kho (Vietnamese Caramelized Catfish)
Cá Kho
(Vietnamese Caramelized Catfish)

Vegan-friendly Dishes (Món Chay)

Vibrant and flavorful Bun Bo Hue Chay (Vegan Bun Bo Hue) soup, featuring a rich broth filled with noodles, tofu, vegetables, and aromatic herbs, topped with fresh lime wedges and chili peppers for a tantalizing and satisfying dining experience
Bún Bò Huế Chay
(Vegan Hue-styled Spicy Beef Noodles)
Pandan Sticky Rice (Xôi Lá Dứa)
Xôi Lá Dứa
(Pandan Sticky Rice)
Cơm Cháy (Vietnamese scorched rice)
Cơm Cháy
(Vietnamese Scorched Rice)
Muối Mè (Vietnamese Toasted Sesame Peanut Sprinkles)
Muối Mè
(Vietnamese Toasted Sesame Peanut Sprinkles)

Soups

Canh Chua (Vietnamese Sweet & Sour Soup)
Canh Chua
(Vietnamese Sweet & Sour Soup)
Vietnamese pumpkin soup (Canh Bí Đỏ)
Canh Bí Đỏ
(Vietnamese Pumpkin Soup)

Side Dishes & Snacks

Close-up photo of a plate of sizzling Bap xao, a popular Vietnamese stir-fried corn dish. The dish features golden kernels of corn sautéed with dried shrimps, scallions and butter
Bắp Xào
(Vietnamese stir-fried corn with dried shrimps)
Bánh Bột Lọc (Vietnamese Tapioca Dumplings)
Bánh Bột Lọc
(Vietnamese Tapioca Dumplings)
Bánh Tráng Trộn (Vietnamese rice paper salad)
Bánh Tráng Trộn
(Vietnamese Ricepaper Salad)

Dipping Sauces & Condiments

a bowl of Mam Tom (Vietnamese Shrimp Paste)
Mắm Tôm
(Fermented Shrimp Paste Dipping Sauce)
Close-up of a bowl filled with Hanoi-style dipping fish sauce, garnished with sliced carrots, kohlrabi.
Northern Dipping Fish Sauce
(For Hanoi Fried Spring Rolls & Bún Chả)
Vietnamese dipping fish sauce 1 edited
Nước Chấm
Vietnamese Dipping Fish Sauce (Southern flavor)
A small bowl filled with zesty ginger fish sauce, a popular Vietnamese condiment
Nước Mắm Gừng
(Vietnamese Ginger Fish Sauce)

Sweets & Desserts

Kem Chuoi (Vietnamesse Banana Ice Cream)
Kem Chuối
(Vietnamese Banana Ice Cream)
Viettnamese Banana Waffles
Bánh Kẹp Chuối
(Viettnamese Banana Waffles)
Vietnamese Banana Cake (Bánh Chuối Nướng)
Bánh Chuối Nướng
(Vietnamese Banana Bread Pudding)
Vietnamese Mung Bean Cake (Banh Dau Xanh Nuong)
Bánh Đậu Xanh Nướng
(Vietnamese Mungbean Cake)
Vietnamese yogurt (Sữa Chua, Da Ua)
Sữa Chua
(Vietnamese Yogurt)
Vietnamese steamed banana cake (bánh chuối hấp)
Bánh Chuối Hấp
(Vietnamese Steamed Banana Cake)
Vietnamese Sweet Coconut Sauce (Nước Cốt Dừa)
Nước Cốt Dừa
(Vietnamese Sweetened Coconut Sauce)
Vietnamese honeycomb cake (Bánh Bò Nướng)
Bánh Bò Nướng
(Vietnamese Honeycomb Cake)
Rau cau ca phe (Vietnamese flan coffee jelly)
Rau Câu Flan Cà Phê
(Vietnamese Coffee & Flan Agar Agar)
Vietnamesse palm sugar honeycomb cake.
Bánh Bò Thốt Nốt
(Vietnamese Palm Sugar Honeycomb Cake)
Bánh Bò Hấp (Vietnamese steamed rice cake)
Bánh Bò Hấp
(Vietnamese Steamed Spongy Rice Cake)
Vietnamese Steamed Pandan Layer Cake (Bánh Da Lợn)
Bánh Da Lợn
(Vietnamese Steamed Layer Cake)

Drink & Beverage

Vietnamese Egg Coffee (Ca Phe Trung)
Cà Phê Trứng
(Vietnamese Egg Coffee)
Vietnamese Salt Coffee (Cà Phê Muối)
Cà Phê Muối
(Vietnamese Salt Coffee)
Vietnamese avocado coffee (cà phê bơ)
Cà Phê Bơ
(Vietnamese Avocado Coffee)
Bac Xiu (Vietnamese white coffee)
Bạc Xỉu
(Saigon White Coffee)
A glass of Vietnamese corn milk (Sữa Bắp) with a pandan leaf garnish, placed on a woven tray.
Sữa Bắp
(Vietnamese Corn Milk)

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