Topping the list is Phở (noodles) which is one of the best Vietnamese dishes. This traditional soup can be found almost anywhere in the country and is a prime example of culinary beauty in simplicity.

A mixture of broth, rice noodles, fresh herbs like ginger and green onions, and either chicken or beef can warm both the stomach and the soul, Breedlove wrote.

Another Vietnamese staple enjoyed around the world is Bánh Mì which is the country’s famous sandwich. Along with the beloved French baguette, it is a tasty blend of the two cuisines, originating in Ho Chi Minh City.

The dish is followed by the healthy snack Gỏi cuốn tôm thịt (fresh spring rolls), Bánh xèo (crispy crepe), Mì quảng, Chả cá (fried fish), Cao lầu (noodle dish with pork, adorned with wonton-style crackers), Bò kho (beef stew), and Cá kho (braised snakehead fish).

The blogger also recommended Bún chả, a lunchtime favourite nationwide, particularly in the capital city of Hanoi which is located in the northern region of the country. 

The crispy outside and juicy inside of the meatball-like patties combine to be the perfect contrast to the fish sauce and lime broth, lettuce or cabbage, bean sprouts, basil, and rice noodles when eaten together, she wrote.

Furthermore, the blogger suggested healthy food options, including Rau muống xào tỏi (stir-fried water spinach), Bánh vạc (white rose dumpling), Chè ba màu (three color dessert), and Bột chiên (fried dough).

The country can be enjoyed as a feast for the senses, boasting a range of exotic flavours and scents which are woven into the exciting food culture. Visitors are therefore encouraged to dive into the best Vietnamese dishes through a cooking class, food tour, market meanderings, and tours of street food, the article concluded.

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