Two Vietnamese dishes top 50 best meat dishes in Southeast Asia

TasteAtlas 's rankings are based on reader reviews, with a range of mechanisms to identify real users and reject automated ratings or localist-driven restrictions... The list of Southeast Asia's 50 Best Meat Dishes as of March 30, 2023, has received 2,889 ratings, of which 1,743 are legitimately recognized by the system. The aim of the rankings is to promote local delicacies, demonstrate pride in traditional dishes, and arouse curiosity about dishes that visitors have not tried.

It is remarkable that the list has 9 Vietnamese dishes, more than any other country.

Considered a more convenient variation of the classic pho, this traditional Vietnamese dish uses similar ingredients, but they are stir-fried instead of boiled, and the dish is served without broth. Pho stir-fry typically consists of beef (or chicken, optional), rice noodles, and vegetables. All the ingredients are stir-fried together with condiments such as oyster sauce, soy sauce, and fish sauce.

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47. Chicken curry

This dish can be considered the Vietnamese version of Indian chicken curry. This dish is quite easy to prepare and uses ingredients such as chicken pieces, potatoes, carrots, onions, garlic, coconut milk, chicken broth, and herbs and spices such as lemongrass, fish sauce, bay leaves and curry powder.

For the ideal dish, the pork should be marinated overnight. The curry is simmered until the potatoes are tender and all the other ingredients are fully cooked.

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38. Grilled spring rolls

A traditional Vietnamese dish originating from Hue , consisting of ground pork rolled on a lemongrass skewer and grilled. Other ingredients include black pepper, pork skin, garlic, chives and fish sauce. The combined meat is rolled into a sausage shape around a lemongrass stalk, then brushed with oil and grilled over charcoal until slightly charred.

Nem lui is usually served with vegetables, herbs and rice paper rolled up like a spring roll and dipped in sweet and sour peanut sauce. The dish is served as a main dish or a light afternoon snack.

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26. Shaking beef

The beef is marinated and briefly sauteed before being served on a bed of watercress and sliced tomatoes.

This dish is mainly prepared and served at special events, but is more popular today.

13. Beefsteak

Bo ne is a traditional Vietnamese dish that is especially popular in the South. It is made from marinated steak-like cuts of beef served on a hot cast iron plate with fried eggs, onions, chili sauce and a little pate.

The dish is usually served with condiments and bread, along with lettuce, onions, tomatoes and cucumbers. The meat is often dipped in a mixture of pepper sauce, lemon juice and salt, while the bread is used to dip the pâté and egg yolk on the plate.

4. Bun Cha

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Bun cha is a pork and vermicelli dish originating from Hanoi . The dish consists of three elements: a bowl of grilled meatballs in a cold broth, a plate of rice noodles, and a combination of various greens such as perilla leaves, lettuce, coriander, and water spinach.

While bun cha or similar versions can be found in other parts of Vietnam, the local version from Hanoi is the most highly regarded. Little is known about its history or origins, but the dish gained international recognition in 2016 when it was featured on Anthony Bourdain’s show, where he enjoyed bun cha with former President Barack Obama.

2. Beef dipped in vinegar

Beef dipping vinegar is a version of Vietnamese hot pot traditionally served communally. In its basic form, the dish consists of a vinegar-based broth that may also include coconut milk or coconut water, lemongrass, onions, etc., while typical side dishes include thinly sliced raw beef and a variety of fresh vegetables such as bean sprouts, daikon radish, lettuce, cucumber, mint, basil, and perilla leaves.

1. Beef stew

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A popular Vietnamese beef stew that can be eaten alone or with bread and a variety of herbs. The dish includes ingredients such as large cubes of beef, carrots, lemongrass, cinnamon, chili, pepper, garlic, and shallots, all simmered in a spicy, aromatic broth.

The origins of bo kho remain a mystery, although it is believed to have influences from both the East and the West. In rural areas of Vietnam, the stew is often much spicier than its urban counterpart. Traditionally, bo kho is eaten mainly for breakfast, garnished with green onions, coriander, and chopped onions.

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