Vietnamese cuisine is one of the world most celebrated, with a focus on fresh herbs, balanced flavors, and the perfect harmony of sweet, sour, salty, and spicy. Here are the dishes you simply cannot leave Vietnam without trying.
Pho is the undisputed king of Vietnamese cuisine — a fragrant beef broth simmered for hours, served with rice noodles, thin slices of beef, and an array of fresh herbs. In Hanoi, it is served simply; in the south, it comes with a mountain of bean sprouts and basil.
Banh Mi is Vietnam iconic street food sandwich. A crispy French baguette filled with pate, cold cuts, pickled vegetables, fresh cilantro, and chili.
Bun Cha, a Hanoi specialty made famous by Anthony Bourdain and Barack Obama, consists of grilled pork patties served in a sweet and savory dipping broth with rice noodles and fresh herbs.
