Evistrip - Vietnamese culinary has a distinctive taste and is unique from the others, so there are many choices of popular food in vietnam that you must try. Vietnam is an ASEAN member country that has experienced developments in various aspects of life such as its economy, social and culture. In addition, from a tourism perspective it is no less interesting than other countries. If you don't have a vacation plan, maybe visiting a country with the nickname Vietnam Rose is the right answer.

It is not surprising that all travelers flock to this country just for a culinary tour. For those of you who are confused or unsure about what foods you should not miss while on vacation in Vietnam, here are some brief reviews of Vietnamese specialties that pique your appetite:


1. Vietnamese Noodle Soup (PHO)



Are you familiar with this Vietnamese specialty, right? Yaps, this popular Vietnamese food is made from rice noodles and served in a bowl of soup with a few pieces of meat in it. Commonly used meat is beef or chicken and sometimes pork is added. You can choose the meat topping according to your taste. Not to forget, this food is equipped with bean sprouts and lime leaves which certainly add to the taste of this food.

Pho is the nickname of the local people, this food can be found all over Vietnam. Because even in remote areas you can find them easily. So you don't need to be confused anymore, right ? Don't worry about the price, the price offered is very pocket friendly, so don't be afraid to try this food


2. Banh Cuon



Food with the main ingredient of rice is highly recommended to try. The taste and appearance of this very unique dish contains steamed rice cakes that are soft, thin and usually served with the addition of crispy fried onions on top. In addition, there are other additions such as cucumber slices, lettuce leaves and a few slices of meat that can complement the integrity of the taste.

This food is delicious especially when served warm. This dish is usually accompanied by shrimp tempura and fried green beans. Wow, the taste is getting more delicious, right? To add to the distinctive taste of this country, it is equipped with a fish sauce that makes you even more sure to try.


3. Goi Cuon



This food is very similar to Indonesian food, namely spring rolls. It's just that this food is not fried so it is called a healthy dish. This Vietnamese specialty is a salad roll filled with shrimp and meat. To complete this dish, add the peanut sauce dip. Wow, have you imagined how it feels? Goi Cuon is the most delicious snack as long as you are exploring Vietnam's tourist attractions.


4. Com Tam



After going around the tour to the Sanctuary of My Son, most tourists must be hungry, to supply your energy again, this one food is highly recommended. Com Tam or often called Broken Rice, is a rice dish made from broken rice. But make no mistake, the broken rice makes this food a very dense texture. Besides that, it is added with cuts of meat and some vegetables to make your lunch even more memorable when in Vietnam. Come on, don't miss it!


5. Banh Xeo



If you are a pancake lover, then there is nothing wrong with trying this Vietnamese specialty. The ingredients for this food consist of rice flour, coconut milk, turmeric, which is cooked with meat, shrimp and bean sprouts. These various ingredients make it taste delicious and crunchy. In addition, the presence of lettuce and herbal leaves makes the taste of this food more delicious. More curious? You can find Banh Xeo around the old town of Hoi An, so don't forget to try this food!


6. Banh Mi



Banh Mi looks more like a sandwich but is slightly larger in size. It is said that this dish is a fusion of Vietnamese and French culture. This Vietnamese-style sandwich is made from baguettes filled with various kinds of meat, fish meatball, pickled carrots, radishes and a few slices of chili. If you are not a spicy lover, calm down, you can ask food vendors not to add chilies in it. The more you are sure to taste this one food!


7. Banh Cam (Orange Sesame Ball)



Banh Cam is similar to food in Indonesia, namely Onde Onde, which is made from sticky rice balls coated with sesame, filled with green bean paste. This food is one of the favorite snacks for travelers in Vietnam. Besides the crunchy on the outside, on the inside it has a very sweet taste. Banh Cam is perfect to eat in the afternoon while enjoying the dusk. What are you curious about? You can find Banh Cam in every corner of Vietnam from Danang, Hoi An and other tourist cities with ease.


8.Ca Phe (Vietnamese Coffe)



This drink is perfect if you are a coffee lover every morning. How not, Vietnam has a very distinctive coffee and not just ordinary black coffee. This coffee is foamy and made with added sweetened condensed milk, and a raw egg. Wow, this is the right mix of flavors. This drink can be used as a dessert in exploring from tasting all the Vietnamese specialties that you have tried.

Don't hesitate to visit the best destinations in vietnam, because with there are many conveniences you can get. Additional information for foodies who want to complete a culinary tour in Vietnam can visit Ho Chi Minh City, a Vietnamese food paradise that is popular among local residents. So what are you waiting for? Invite your family to hunt for Vietnamese specialties now!