What Is Vietnamese Pizza? A Must-Try in Vietnam Package Tours

What Is Vietnamese Pizza (Banh Trang Nuong)?

Vietnamese pizza is one of Vietnam’s most thrilling street foods. Locals refer to it by the name banh trang nuong, but travelers have dubbed it Vietnamese pizza due to its round shape, crunchiness, and abundance of toppings, just like a pizza!

But in place of dough, grilled rice paper is employed. The rice sheet, so fine, crisps up when grilled over coals. The egg, sausage, dried shrimp, minced pork, green onions, fish sauce, cheese, and mayonnaise or chili sauce are then added. The ingredients are folded up together into a crispy, hot, flavorful snack.

Each city puts its touch on this food. In Da Lat, where Vietnamese pizza originated, it’s rich and warm, just right for cold weather. In Ho Chi Minh City, it’s buttery and bold. In Hanoi, it’s frequently eaten with lemon tea.

Wherever you give it a try, you can see how Vietnamese cuisine is full of creativity. It is now one of the traditional food in Vietnam alongside banh mi, bun cha, or bun bo Hue. It’s plain, delicious, and made with true love by ordinary people from Vietnam.

Vietnamese Pizza (Sours: tiki)

Inside the Layers: What Goes on a Vietnamese Pizza?

The Base – Grilled Rice Paper

All Vietnamese pizzas start with a round sheet of Vietnam’s favorite rice paper, banh trang. Rice flour makes up traditional rice sheets, crisping up fantastically when grilled. Overseas kitchens use tapioca rice sheets, so some varieties get chewy rather than crispy. The top vendors in Vietnam use authentic rice sheets to get a perfect crunch.

The Binding Layer – Egg

Then comes the egg, the binding element. You’ll witness a quail egg being smashed right onto the rice paper, or a chicken egg being whisked up and spread across the sheet. It’s quick to cook and adds that characteristic golden sheen to Vietnamese pizza, making it burst with color and richness.

The Toppings – A Street Food Symphony

This is where creativity flourishes! The majority of Vietnamese pizza sellers use a wonderful blend of

• Protein and umami from sausage, pork floss, or dried beef
• Corn kernels provide a touch of sweetness and crunch
• Chopped green onions and Laughing Cow cheese are added for aroma and creaminess.
• Optional but iconic: Da Nang’s mam ruoc (fermented shrimp paste) or Ho Chi Minh City’s melted butter, providing unforgettable richness.

These toppings, composed of fresh ingredients, are those that noticeably lift Vietnamese pizza beyond any other snack.

The Sauces – Flavor Boosters

When the toppings are hot, a finishing touch comes in a flavorful drizzle of sauce: chili for spice, mayonnaise for creaminess, tamarind for zing, and occasionally even ketchup for sweetness. When each one comes together, you get a harmonious bite that is salty, creamy, spicy, and a little sweet, a burst of flavor you’ll crave over and over.

The Sauces (Sours: vinwonders)

Regional Flavors: North vs Central vs South

Da Lat – The Birthplace of Vietnamese Pizza

Welcome to Da Lat, Vietnam’s cool-climate city, where it all began. Da Lat-style Vietnamese pizza in this city is rustic, unassuming, and comforting, ideal for cold winter days. A grilled sheet of rice paper is smeared with egg, dotted with sausage, pork floss, green onions, and topped with mild chili sauce or tamarind. Grilled over coals, it’s crisp, smoky, and full of love.

Where to try in Da Lat:

• Banh Trang Nuong Nha Chung
  • 01 Nha Chung, Phuong 3
  • 12,000 – 25,000 VND
  •  Traditional Da Lat flavor with warm egg and soft sauce.
    
• Banh Trang Nuong Hieu
  • 31 Nguyen Cong Tru, Phuong 8
  • 8,000 – 40,000 VND
  • Street-avid, made manually from a ganh, traditional and delicious.

Banh Trang Nuong Hieu (Sours: eholiday)

Ho Chi Minh City – The Bold & Buttery South

Down in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnamese pizza gets amped up in a good way. Vendors here are obsessed with butter. They spread it onto rice paper, fill it with spicy sausage, dried beef, and indulgent mayo-chili mixtures. It’s quick, hot, bold, and a must-visit in the city’s lively food stalls.

Where to try in Ho Chi Minh City:

• Banh Trang Nuong Be Lun 
  •  26 A4 Street, Phuong 12, Q. Tan Binh
  •  12,000 – 40,000 VND
  • Affordable, loaded with toppings and dips.
• Banh Trang Nuong Co Map
  •  54 Ngo Duc Ke, Phuong Ben Nghe, Q.1
  • ~20,000 VND
  • Situated within a tourist area, generous toppings and strong spices.
• Pizza Da Lat – Binh Thanh
  • 31 D2 Street, Binh Thanh
  •  ~20,000 VND
  • Delicious pizza-flavored fun with creamy Laughing Cow cheese and sausages.

Banh Trang Nuong Be Lun (Sours: xanhsm)

Hanoi – Cozy Northern Comforts

Further north in Hanoi, however, the taste is softer, yet equally gratifying. Vendors tend to roll up Vietnamese pizza, making a crunchy taco bite. Toppings include egg, pate, dried beef, and green onion, accompanied by a hot lemon tea, particularly in winter.

Where to try in Hanoi:

• Da Lat Qua
  • 164 Hong Mai, Hai Ba Trung District
  • 18,000 – 40,000 VND
  • Invitingly warm with generous toppings and a comforting atmosphere.
• Banh Trang Nhim – Chua Lang
  • Ngo 84 Chua Lang, Dong Da
  • 20,000 – 30,000 VND
  • Students love them; quick, hygienic, and tasty.
• Tina Tran Banh Trang Tron & Nuong
  • 3A15, Ngo 33 Chua Lang
  • 10,000 – 25,000 VND
  • Renowned for variety, excellent value, and a local atmosphere.

Banh Trang Nhim (Sours: afamily)

Street Eats vs Home Cooks: Two Ways to Enjoy It

 The Street Food Experience

There’s nothing better than eating Vietnamese pizza as the locals do, just grilled, served from a small plastic stool, and perfumed by the city’s sights and aromas. Throughout Da Lat, Ho Chi Minh City, and Hanoi, this much-loved street food is a made-to-order specialty from expert vendors with charcoal grills and extremely quick hands.

• Visit Nha Chung Street in Da Lat for eggy, smoky originals created in the cold evening air.
• Visit Ho Chi Minh City hotspots such as Ngo Duc Ke or D2 Street in Binh Thanh, where vendors turn to butter, sausage, and hot sauce to kick the food.
• Visit Hanoi’s Chua Lang or Hong Mai Street to enjoy folded-style Vietnamese pizza complemented by lemon tea.

Price: Just 10,000-40,000 VND per serving.

Setting: Sidewalk grills, plastic stools, open-air markets

Best Time: Evening when the grills are hot, and the city’s lights shine bright.

Nha Chung Street (Sours: mia)

DIY at Home: Make Your Own Vietnamese Pizza

Can’t get to Vietnam yet? No worries! You can get your fill of Vietnamese pizza from your kitchen. It’s quick, convenient, and easily made with fresh ingredients and whatever your taste buds desire.

Simple Home Recipe:

• Base: 1 sheet of rice paper (use rice, not tapioca
• Egg: 1 quail egg or chicken egg, whisked
• Toppings: Include chopped green onions, sausage, pork floss, corn, shredded cheese (Laughing Cow or cheddar)
• Sauces: chili sauce, mayonnaise, a splash of fish sauce for added depth

Cooking Methods:

• Grill: Smoky and traditional, opt for this one if you can use charcoal.
• Pan: Use a low-heat non-stick skillet. Flatten out the rice paper and layer ingredients slowly.
• Air Fryer: Perfect for a crispy finish. Preheat to 160-170°C (320°F) for 4-6 minutes

Topping Ideas for Global Kitchens:

• Tofu for vegetarians
• Pulled pork belly or chicken pulled apart 
• Mozzarella, melted cheese, chili flakes, or sriracha for fusion flavors 
• Fresh herb sprinkle for added brightness  

DIY at Home (Sours: andycook)

Conclusion

Want to get a taste of Vietnam in one bite? This crispy, smoky street food you never knew you wanted, crafted with love, packed with fresh ingredients, and full of local character, is made from scratch with traditional ingredients. Wander through Ho Chi Minh City, grill it up at home, or grab it from a vendor. This classic dish belongs to the traditional food in Vietnam. Don’t miss your opportunity to get it next time you’re in Vietnam, and be sure to check out even more bold, zesty cuisine from Vietnam while you’re at it!