Grilled beef in betel leaves
Grilled beef wrapped in betel leaves is a Vietnamese dish consisting of ground beef combined with spices and onions. It is then rolled and grilled over charcoal. This dish is served with rice noodles, lettuce, herbs, pickles and dipping sauce. Diners should enjoy grilled beef wrapped in betel leaves by wrapping it in rice paper with the above mentioned side dishes and spices.
Boiled chicken
Boiled chicken is a traditional dish that includes a whole chicken. This dish is especially popular in northern Vietnam during the Lunar New Year. Boiled chicken is made with a combination of a chicken, ginger, salt, green onions, turmeric and sometimes kaffir lime leaves. The chicken is rubbed with salt, washed and then boiled in water with ginger, green onions and turmeric until golden brown. Care should be taken not to overcook the chicken when boiling, this will make the dish look more beautiful and delicious.
Blood pudding
This bright red Vietnamese dish is made from fresh animal blood mixed with fish sauce, which is then cooked and combined with fried or grilled meat before it coagulates. Peanuts, coriander, and chopped mint are sprinkled on top to add flavor and garnish. It is served on special occasions. Although controversial due to the risk of bacterial contamination, it is not officially banned.
Chicken curry
This dish can be considered the Vietnamese version of Indian chicken curry. This dish is quite easy to prepare, using 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.
To make the dish more flavorful, the meat should be marinated overnight. The curry is simmered until the potatoes are soft and all the other ingredients are fully cooked. Diners can enjoy this dish with rice and crusty bread (which is often used to soak up the curry sauce).
Bun Cha
Bun cha is a pork and vermicelli dish originating from Hanoi . The dish consists of three elements: grilled meatballs in a bowl of dipping sauce, a plate of vermicelli, and a variety of greens such as: perilla, lettuce, and coriander.
Although bun cha or similar dishes can be found in other parts of Vietnam, the Hanoi version 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.
Beef stew
Beef stew is a popular Vietnamese dish that can be eaten alone or with bread, noodles and a variety of herbs. The dish includes ingredients such as 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.
According to Taste Atlas
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