In its article CNN notes that the ingredients of a typical Banh Mi will vary from north to south depending on the region. The classic combination includes pork, pickled vegetables, coriander, chili, and a healthy smear of paté sandwiched with a crispy and fluffy baguette.
The website also stresses that few street foods are able to compete with the international fame of dishes such as pho.
“Roadside stalls and cafes serve up bowl after bowl of this hearty noodle soup, which is known for its aromatic and nuanced broth, springy rice noodles and tender protein (usually beef or chicken),” says CNN.
It concludes that the food is typically served alongside a selection of fresh garnishes, such as herbs, bean sprouts, lime, chili sauce, and chili slices.
According to details given by CNN Travel, served by street vendors and cafes alike, ca phe, as it’s known among local people, can be enjoyed in many ways. Visitors can drink it black, with condensed milk, a touch of sugar, or mixed with coconut milk.
“Sit down and make new friends on a plastic stool or keep exploring with your chilled refreshment in hand,” it concludes.
Some of the other leading street food in Asia recommended by CNN Travel include Bubble tea of Taiwan (China), Bun kebab of Pakistan, Cheong fun of Hong Kong (China), Chili crabs of Singapore, Crab omelets of Thailand, Ema datshi of Bhutan, Fuchka of Bangladesh, Gado gado of Indonesia, Halo-halo of the Philippines, Hoppers of Sri Lanka, Jalebi of India, Jianbing of China, Khao jee of Laos, Kwek kwek of the Philippines, Momos of Nepal, and Sofuto kurimu of Japan.
Vietnam’s Hoi An named the world’s best city of 2019
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Vietnam boasts street food in Moscow
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Rice paddy crab hotpot
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Black sesame sweet soup, a popular dessert in Hoi An
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