Taste Atlas describes stir-fried water spinach with garlic as a "traditional Vietnamese dish perfect for vegetarians and an excellent accompaniment to white rice." The secret to achieving the perfect dish lies in blanching the water spinach before stir-frying it with garlic and a sauce mixture of salt, sugar, and fish sauce.

Another Vietnamese stir-fried dish honored on the list is chayote with garlic. Originating from Sa Pa, this dish is praised for its refreshing and crunchy texture, combining chayote with garlic, fish sauce, and oil.

Other Vietnamese entries on the list include the popular stir-fried pho (ranked 27th), crab glass noodles (ranked 65th), and stir-fried sweet snail (ranked 71st). These dishes are already well-known among both local and international food enthusiasts, offering a familiar taste of Vietnam’s rich culinary heritage.

The top 10 of the list features other renowned Asian dishes such as Dak Galbi (stir-fried chicken and cabbage) from Korea, Phat Kaphrao from Thailand, Nasi Goreng Ayam from Indonesia, Pad Thai, stir-fried beef from China, stir-fried shrimp from China, and Kung Pao chicken from China.

Founded in 2015 and based in Zagreb, Croatia, Taste Atlas is celebrated for its comprehensive collection of traditional dishes from around the world. According to Matija Babić, the founder of Taste Atlas, the rankings are based on the opinions and reviews of culinary experts and food critics, ensuring the reliability and prestige of their awards.

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