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    Home » Roundups

    12 Authentic Vietnamese Recipes

    Published: Feb 20, 2025 by bobbieblue

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    Vietnamese cuisine offers amazing flavorful dishes that are perfect for a quick weeknight family dinner. Vietnamese dishes are known for their fresh and healthy ingredients that are packed with flavor. Try Vietnamese street food favorites like spring rolls or a banh mi sandwich. There are also plenty of vegan Vietnamese recipes available in this collection to try too.

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    If you are wanting to recreate your favorite Vietnamese dish or just get a little more creative in the kitchen these are perfect recipes to try. They will be sure to impress your family with the authentic flavors, tastes and textures know in Vietnamese cooking.

    Bun Cha (Vietnamese Meatball Vermicelli Bowl)

    Freshly cooked Bun Cha
    Photo Credit: GypsyPlate

    Bun Cha or Vietnamese meatball vermicelli bowl. It is one of Hanoi's most famous street foods. Try it at home. You can serve each element in a separate bowl and let them arrange their own Bun Cha.

    Get the Recipe: Bun Cha (Vietnamese Meatball Vermicelli Bowl)

    Vietnamese Chicken Salad (Gỏi Gà Bắp Cải)

    Colorful Vietnamese chicken salad
    Photo Credit: GypsyPlate

    If you are craving an oriental salad, Vietnamese chicken salad is an excellent idea to try. It has refreshing flavors like fresh mint or cilantro, and the nuts make the texture of the dish exciting. Try it and have the best chicken salad!

    Get the Recipe: Vietnamese Chicken Salad (Gỏi Gà Bắp Cải)

    Pho Recipe (How to Make Vietnamese Noodle Soup)

    Beautifully plated bowl of Pho.
    Photo Credit: The Forked Spoon

    Pho is one of the most famous Vietnamese foods, if not the most famous. Try making Pho at home by following this recipe. It warms everyone and satisfies everyone's cravings for Vietnamese flavors.

    Get the Recipe: Pho Recipe (How to Make Vietnamese Noodle Soup)

    Vietnamese Papaya Salad

    Bowl of Vietnamese papaya salad.
    Photo Recipe: FoodOlic Recipes

    If you have a papaya in your pantry, this might be the perfect time to get it and make Vietnamese papaya salad. It has carrots, cucumber, and Vietnamese dressing made of maple syrup, lime, and other spices.

    Get the Recipe: Vietnamese Papaya Salad

    Mini Chicken Banh Mi Sandwich

    Beautifully plated mini banh mi chicken sandwich
    Photo Credit: Little Nomads Recipes

    Vietnam is also known for its banh mi sandwich. Make this mini chicken banh mi sandwich at home and transport your loved ones to Vietnam with every bite.

    Get the Recipe: Mini Chicken Banh Mi Sandwich

    Vietnamese Caramel Chicken with Coconut Water

    Freshly cooked Vietnamese caramel chicken with coconut water served with rice and garnished with fresh onion spring.
    Photo Credit: Krumpli

    Vietnamese caramel chicken with coconut water is the epitome of a sweet and savory dish. The coconut water and fish sauce balance its flavors. It is best served with hot rice.

    Get the Recipe: Vietnamese Caramel Chicken with Coconut Water

    Thịt Kho (Vietnamese Braised Pork and Eggs)

    Thit kho or Vietnamese braised pork and egg in a black bowl.
    Photo Credit: Savory Sweet Spoon

    Thit Kho or Vietnamese braised pork and eggs are savory with a hint of sweetness type of dish. It is best served with steamed white rice or Vietnamese fried rice.

    Get the Recipe: Thịt Kho (Vietnamese Braised Pork and Eggs)

    Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken

    Vietnamese lemongrass chicken in a plate served with rice on a separate bowl.
    Photo Credit: Savory Sweet Spoon

    Elevate your rice meal by trying this Vietnamese lemongrass chicken at home. The lemongrass' citrusy flavor and its fragrant aroma makes this dish more appetizing and tasty. Perfect with steamed white rice.

    Get the Recipe: Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken

    Banh Trang Cuon (Vegan Vietnamese Goi Cuon Spring Rolls)

    Gorgeously plated banh Trang cuon with peanut sauce.
    Photo Credit: Cinnamon Snail

    Banh trang cuon is a delightful vegan-friendly dish. It is also a creative way of serving rice vermicelli. Enjoy the flavors of Vietnamese salad rolls in this spring rolls and made it more special by pairing it with the flavorful peanut sauce!

    Get the Recipe: Banh Trang Cuon (Vegan Vietnamese Goi Cuon Spring Rolls)

    Mi Xao Xi Dau (Vietnamese Stir Fry Noodles)

    Vietnamese stir fry noodles or ni xao xi dau in a wooden plate.
    Photo Credit: Cinnamon Snail

    If you love noodles, this mi xao xi dau or Vietnamese stir fry noodles is for you! Level up your stir fry noodles at home and take everyone to Vietnam without breaking the bank with evry bite.

    Get the Recipe: Mi Xao Xi Dau (Vietnamese Stir Fry Noodles)

    Bánh Tráng Trộn (Vegan Vietnamese Rice Paper Salad)

    Upclose Bánh Tráng Trộn.
    Photo Credit: Cinnamon Snail

    Bánh Tráng Trộn is a perfect way if you are looking for ways to serve Vietnamese rice paper. The vegan Vietnamese rice paper salad is a treat for all, vegans or not will be happy with this nutritious dish, bring this to potluck and get ready to own the dinner's next table showstopper.

    Get the Recipe: Bánh Tráng Trộn (Vegan Vietnamese Rice Paper Salad)

    Perfect Bánh Bao Chay (Vegan Steamed Buns)

    Bánh Bao Chay bite
    Photo Credit: Cinnamon Snail

    Bánh Bao Chay id a vegan-friendly steamed buns. It is a dish you can meal prep and a to-go food perfect for busy weekdays. Try this at home and make your crowd fall in love with Vietnamese flavors.

    Get the Recipe: Perfect Bánh Bao Chay (Vegan Steamed Buns)

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    Hi, I'm Bobbie! Welcome to Blue's Best Life. I'm a self-taught cook that loves to cook wholesome meals while still enjoying a truly decadent dessert, because there is always room for a little something sweet!

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