These dishes are not only local specialties but also cultural symbols, helping visitors understand more about Vietnamese life and people. Let's explore these "national" dishes to feel the richness of Vietnamese cuisine.

Noodle soup

Pho is a favorite dish of many international tourists when coming to Vietnam. There are two main types of Pho: beef pho and chicken pho, with a rich, sweet broth from stewed bones, fragrant with herbs such as cinnamon and star anise. Soft pho noodles, fresh beef or chicken, combined with herbs, lemon and chili, create an unforgettable flavor. Pho is often enjoyed for breakfast but can also be eaten at any time of the day.

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Spring rolls

Spring rolls are a great choice for a light meal in Vietnam, with main ingredients such as shrimp, vermicelli, pork and green vegetables. This dish can be a bit difficult for visitors who are not used to the toughness of the rice paper rolls on the outside. However, when combined with the sweet and sour sauce, the rice paper will be softer, easier to eat, creating a wonderful flavor. Spring rolls are not only refreshing but also rich, an interesting culinary experience for anyone to enjoy.

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Bun Cha

Bun cha is a typical dish of Hanoi, famous for its delicious and attractive flavor. The dish includes fresh vermicelli, grilled sausage, grilled pork and sweet and sour fish sauce. Grilled sausage and pork are carefully marinated, grilled over charcoal, creating a fragrant aroma. When eating, visitors often combine vermicelli, grilled sausage and raw vegetables, dipping in fish sauce to feel the wonderful blend of flavors. Bun cha is often enjoyed for lunch or dinner.

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Fried spring rolls

Fried spring rolls, also known as spring rolls, are a familiar dish at parties and holidays in Vietnam. Fried spring rolls are filled with minced pork, vermicelli, wood ear mushrooms, carrots and spices, rolled in rice paper and fried. This dish is often dipped in sweet and sour fish sauce and served with raw vegetables. Crispy, fragrant and rich, fried spring rolls are a dish that international tourists cannot miss when coming to Vietnam.

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Bread

Vietnamese sandwiches are a fast food favorite not only among locals but also among international tourists. The baguette has a crispy crust and soft filling, and is served with various fillings such as grilled meat, pate, pork sausage, cucumber, pickles and herbs. Each region has a different way of preparing the sandwich, but all retain their distinctive flavor. Vietnamese sandwiches are the perfect choice for breakfast, lunch or any snack during the day.

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The "national" dishes in Vietnam are not only local specialties but also cultural symbols, demonstrating the richness and sophistication of Vietnamese cuisine. From pho, spring rolls, bun cha, nem ran to banh mi, each dish brings unique and unforgettable culinary experiences to international visitors. Discovering Vietnamese cuisine is an interesting journey, helping visitors understand more about the people and culture here, while preserving memorable memories of their journey.

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