Vietnam is a country with a rich history and diverse culture and customs that is reflected in its cuisine. From North to South, each region has its own unique cultural characteristics and traditions, including extremely diverse cuisine. These elements combine to create a beautiful Vietnam that leaves a lasting impression on visitors.

Vietnam’s culinary culture is influenced by the customs, habits, geography, climate conditions, and especially the beliefs of its 63 provinces and 54 ethnic groups. This ha resulted in an unique and rich culinary culture that is wild and refined, comparable to other world- reowned cuisines.

The similarities in Vietnamese cuisine accross the three regions

Despite the distinct characteristics and flavours of each region, there are som commonalities in Vietnamese cuisine. Food experts agree that for Vietnamese people, the priority is always but this does not mean that the cuisine lacks nutritional value. The restricted use of oils and fats is also a distinguishing element, and Vietnamese dishes always achieve a balance between salty, sweet, sour, and spicy flavors. Sharing meals with family members at the dining table signifies a fulfilling and joyful existence for Vietnamese people.

Let’s take a closer look at each region:

Northern cuisine – Mild but delicate

The Northern region of Vietnam is home to a long-standing culinary culture, expressed through simplicity, lightness, and harmonious colours in each dish. Northern cuisine is characterized by its natural fragrance during the cooking process, and it is less spicy and sweet than other regions.

Famous delicacies from North include phở Hà Nội, Bún thang , Bún chả , and Bánh tôm Hồ Tây,…

Central cuisine – The Spicy Taste of Homeland

Central Vietnamese cuisine is known for its bold and spicy flavours, often featuring chilli peppers and other aromatic spices. The cuisine of Hue, the former imperial capital of Vietnam, is particularly renowned for its intricate, meticulously prepared, and beautifully presented dishes like Bun Bo Hue, Banh Bot Loc, and Mi Quang.

Southern cuisine – The sweetness, a Combination of Many Locations

Southern Vietnamese cuisine is a unique blend of different regional cuisines, influenced by the people who settled and worked there. You can find Chinese, Khmer, and Cham-influenced dishes, as well as many specialities from the Southern provinces. Southern Vietnamese cuisine uses a harmonious blend of spices, primarily combining the sweetness of sugar and honey with sour and spicy flavours. Some typical dishes from the South include Cơm tấm Sài Gòn (broken rice with grilled pork), Hủ tiếu (a type of noodle soup), Gỏi cuốn tôm thịt (spring rolls with shrimp and pork), and Canh chua cá lóc (sour fish soup with snakehead fish).

Cooking Traditional Vietnamese Dishes with Thermomix!

Thermomix and the Modern Cook recipe system provide you with the skills to prepare amazing traditional Vietnamese dishes. Thermomix not only saves time and effort in the cooking process but also ensures accuracy and precision in seasoning. Thermomix makes it easy for you to prepare complex and technically demanding dishes like Banh Bot Loc or Bun Bo Hue, while also helping you make simple and familiar dishes like young coconut jam (Mut Dua Non).

With Thermomix, you can create traditional Vietnamese dishes in the shortest time possible, without needing a lot of cooking experience or skills.

Use Thermomix to create truly memorable experiences with your loved ones, and discover more new dishes in the diverse and rich cuisine of Vietnam.