The Vietnamese Street Food Cookbook - Banh Mi, Pho, and Fresh Bites from Vietnam's Sidewalk Stalls
Take a trip to the bustling streets of Hanoi, Saigon, and everywhere in between - without ever leaving your kitchen. This cookbook brings Vietnam's most iconic street foods straight to your table, with authentic recipes, fresh flavors, and a real taste of daily life in Vietnam.
From sizzling Banh Mi sandwiches packed with pickled veggies and tender meats, to soul-soothing bowls of Pho simmered with fragrant spices, to crispy rolls, grilled skewers, and refreshing salads - you'll learn the secrets behind Vietnam's vibrant food culture. Whether you're a curious beginner or an adventurous foodie, this book gives you everything you need to master Vietnamese street food at home.
Inside, You'll Find:
- Step-by-step recipes for classic Banh Mi, Pho, snacks, noodles, rice dishes, and desserts.
- A complete guide to essential Vietnamese ingredients, herbs, and spices.
- Street food favorites like Banh Xeo, Goi Cuon, Nem Ran, Bun Bo Hue, and Che Ba Mau.
- Regional specialties from North, Central, and South Vietnam.
- Tips for balancing sweet, sour, salty, bitter, and umami flavors just like local vendors.
- Guidance on street food etiquette, food festivals, and pairing dishes with drinks.
- Modern twists, vegetarian/vegan alternatives, and recipes for special diets.
Bring the energy, aroma, and flavors of Vietnam's sidewalks into your kitchen. With this cookbook, every meal becomes a trip through Vietnam's most delicious streets.