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Banh Khot: Making the Mini Savory Vietnamese Coconut Pancakes

Bánh Khọt are little bundles of joy—crispy, savory Vietnamese mini-pancakes that are a popular stree…

Street Food & Snacks

Cha Gio & Nem Ran: The Crispy Vietnamese Fried Spring Rolls

This is a fried spring roll, made with minced meat and vegetables wrapped in rice paper and then dee..

Goi Cuon: Easy Steps to Making the Best Vietnamese Spring Rolls

This is a fresh spring roll, filled with fresh vegetables, shrimp, pork, and rice vermicelli, which..

Banh Mi: The Ultimate Guide to Vietnam’s Famous Sandwich

This is a Vietnamese baguette sandwich, made with fillings such as pâté, ham, pork, pickled vegetabl..

Banh Bao: The Essential Guide to Vietnam’s Fluffy Steamed Pork Buns

This is a steamed, filled bun (Banh Bao), typically stuffed with minced pork, quail eggs, and mushro..

Bo Luc Lac: The Essential Guide to Vietnam’s Iconic Shaking Beef

This dish features beef cubed like dice (hence the name “shaking beef”) that is stir-fried. It is ty..